Mum's Molasses Drop Cookies

This recipe makes approximately 36 chewy, soft molasses cookies.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Combine milk and lemon juice in a measuring cup.

Step 2

Let sit a minimum 5 minutes, optimally up to 15 minutes.

Step 3

Whip the shortening, brown sugar, and egg together in a bowl until creamy and homogeneous.

Step 4

Add the molasses and sour milk to the mixture and continue to stir until homogeneous.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves.

Step 6

Combine all wet and dry ingredients to a large bowl and mix slowly until fully combined.

Step 7

Scoop out batter using a table spoon or cookie scoop, mould into a sphere with your hands and press gently onto a cookie sheet.

Step 8

Optional: roll the balls of dough in granulated sugar or sprinkle sugar on top for aesthetics.

Step 9

Bake at 350°F for 12 - 15 minutes. The cookies should not spread or rise much but will crack on top and brown slightly on the bottom when done.

Step 10

Place directly onto a cooling rack.