Soft Molasses Cookies III

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup dark brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup molasses
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until smooth.
3. Beat in the egg, then stir in the molasses.
4. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger; stir into the molasses mixture.
5. Drop spoonfuls of dough 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets.
6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are nicely browned.

Interesting Facts

• Molasses is a thick syrup that is a by-product of sugar production.
• These cookies freeze well.
• This recipe is great for a holiday cookie exchange.