Joe froggers recipe

Joe Froggers recipe

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"Joe Froggers" is a traditional New England recipe that dates back to the 18th century. These soft and chewy molasses cookies are named after Joseph Brown, a Revolutionary War soldier known as "Joe Frogger." The recipe has been passed down through generations and is cherished for its rich, spicy flavors. With a combination of molasses, spices, and rum, these cookies offer a taste of history.

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Ingredients:

1/4 cup shortening

2 Tablespoons butter, softened

3/4 cup brown sugar

3/4 cup molasses

1/3 cup water

3 cups flour

1 teaspoon salt

3/4 teaspoon baking soda

1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger

1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

2 Tablespoons sugar

Instructions:

Cream together shortening, butter, and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in molasses and water. Blend in remaining dry ingredients except 1 Tablespoon sugar to form a smooth dough. Chill dough for several hours or overnight.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Roll out dough on floured board until 1/4 thick. Cut into 3-inch circles and place on greased baking sheet. Re-roll and cut scraps. Sprinkle cookies with sugar before baking. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Allow cookies to stand on cookie sheet for 5 to 7 minutes before removing to cooling rack