How to Make Grandma's Brown Sugar Drop Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the comforting aroma of freshly baked cookies filling the air to bring back fond memories of childhood. And when it comes to classic, old-fashioned cookie recipes, few can rival the simple yet irresistible appeal of Grandma's Brown Sugar Drop Cookies. These soft and chewy treats are a beloved family favorite, passed down through generations and cherished for their nostalgic charm and delicious flavor.

What sets these cookies apart is their rich, caramel-like...

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Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup shortening
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 ½ tablespoons hot water
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Information

  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 2 dozen

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  • Cream together shortening and brown sugar. Add eggs and mix well.
  • Dissolve baking soda in hot water. Stir into mixture. Add flour, salt and cinnamon. Mix well.
  • Drop by spoonful onto cookie sheet. Bake 10 - 12 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    241 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 271mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 28mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 55mg