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From the book, Anita Stewarts Canada - The Food/ The Recipes/ The Stories This is a puffy spice cookie " best spread with butter when hot - great with tea when cold". It is credited to Norma MacLeod from Cape Breton.

Provided by Debi9400

Categories     Healthy

Time 30m

Yield 12 cookies, 1-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup water, boiling
2 teaspoons baking soda

Steps:

  • Sift together the flour, salt, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. Set aside.
  • Cream the butter with the brown sugar, granulated sugar and egg. Beat in the molasses. Add the flour mixture.
  • Combine the boiling water with the baking soda and mix into the cookie batter to make a soft dough.
  • Roll out on a floured surface and cut into 3-inch rounds. Place on a well oiled or parchment paper lined baking sheet.
  • Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until puffed and brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3561, Fat 101.5, SaturatedFat 60.8, Cholesterol 455.5, Sodium 5682.8, Carbohydrate 623.2, Fiber 11.8, Sugar 301.1, Protein 46.3

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