Yield: 25 cookies.
¾ cup shortening
1 cup granulated sugar
¼ cup molasses
1 large egg
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ cup coarse or sparkling sugar
Preheat oven to 350°. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Using an electric mixer, cream shortening and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add molasses and egg; beat well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger. Add flour-spice mixture into mixing bowl and beat on low speed until dry ingredients are fully incorporated.
Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each dough ball in the sparkling sugar to coat. Arrange on baking sheet with 1 inch of space between each. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are just crispy. Cool on wire rack.
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