Debi's Giant Ginger Spice Cookies

By debicakes62

A couple of different recipes from Ginger spice cookies combined to make the perfect ginger cookie.

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking soda
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 4 cups quick-cooking oats
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 1/2 cups raisins
• 1 cup butter or margarine, melted
• 1/2 cup molasses
• 1/2 cup light Karo syrup
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 2 tablespoons hot water
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 to 2 tablespoons water
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Details

Servings 18

Preparation

Step 1

Combine first 7 ingredients in a large bowl; add butter and next 4 ingredients, stirring until blended.
Shape dough into 18 (4 inch) balls. Place 2 inches apart on lightly greased baking sheets; flatten each to 1/4-inch thickness. Brush tops with 1 to 2 tablespoons water, and sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned.