Great solid cookie for making cookie people and ornaments. Holiday favorite! I usually double or quadruple this recipe!
INGREDIENTS (for 1 servings):
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup molasses
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/3 cup butter
- 2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
PREPARATION:
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Cream 1/2 cup of butter or margarine. Add brown sugar and beat. Beat in egg and molasses. In a separate bowl, combine 2 3/4 cups of flour, soda and spices. Add to butter mixture. Blend well.
Roll dough out 1/8 inch thick on floured surface. Cut into shapes. Bake for 6-8 minutes.
To Make Frosting: Cream 1/3 cup butter. Gradually add 2 cups sifted confectioners sugar, 1 tablespoon milk and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Beat until smooth. Put in a pastry bag with small tip and decorate cookies.