GIANT SPICE COOKIES

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I heard this cookie recipe over the radio about 1950-shortly after my husband and I married. The big spicy treats are so nice and chewy, they remain my favorite to this day. -Sandy Pyeatt, Tacoma, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 10 cookies.

Number Of Ingredients 6

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Ingredients

1 package spice cake mix (regular size)
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup molasses
6 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, ginger and baking soda. Stir in water, molasses and vanilla and mix well. Roll into 10 balls. , Place 3 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Flatten slightly with a glass coated with cooking spray. , Bake at 375° for 13-15 minutes or until surface cracks and cookies are firm. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 429mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.