Donna's Ginger Cookies (soft)

This recipe came from Jen R

2 ¼ c all-purpose flour

2 t ground ginger

1 t baking soda

¾ t ground cinnamon

½ t ground cloves

¼ t salt (opt)

¾ c butter

1 c sugar

1 egg

¼ c molasses

1/3 c Australian crystalized ginger (opt)

Extra sugar

Combine flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt; set aside,

In a large bowl beat butter with an electric mixer on low speed for 30 seconds to soften. Gradually add the 1 c sugar; beat until fluffy.  Add egg and molasses; beat well. Stir dry ingredients into beaten mixture. Fold in crystalized ginger if using.

Shape into 1 ½ inch balls. Roll in extra sugar.

Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes or until light brown.  Do not overcook.

Note: this recipe was passed to me, my only change was to add the crystalized ginger.

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