Monday, November 9, 2009

Merry Gingerbread Cookies

6 c. flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
4 tsp ground ginger
4 tsp cinnamon
1-1/2 tsp ground cloves
1 c unsalted butter, softened
1 c granulated Splenda sweetener
1 tsp salt
2 eggs
1 c molasses
3 tbsp water

Blend together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and spices in a large bowl.

Cream butter, Splenda and salt together. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add molasses and water. Stir well. Add flour mixture and stir until well blended. Chill dough 1-2 hours before rolling out and cutting into shapes.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Roll dough out slightly less than 1/4 inch. Cut into desired shapes. Bake in preheated oven 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned on the bottom.

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