Joe Froggers

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 3
Traditional Joe Froggers cookie recipe
in Cookies

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup shortening
1 cup white sugar
1 cup dark molasses
1/2 cup water
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
162
Sugar
16g
Fat
5g
Joe Froggers are a traditional cookie from New England that date back to the American Revolution. It is said that the cookies were a favorite of the sailor Joe Brown, who made them to take on his long voyages at sea. They are a dense and spicy cookie, often flavored with ginger and molasses. The name ‘frogger’ is said to come from the pattern that is pressed onto the cookie dough before baking, which resembles the webbed feet of a frog. Today, Joe Froggers are a beloved holiday treat and can be found in many New England bakeries.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.In a large mixing bowl, cream the shortening and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3.Stir in the molasses and water until well combined.
4.Sift together the flour, salt, baking soda, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice.
5.Gradually add the dry ingredients to the molasses mixture, mixing until the dough is formed.
6.Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
7.Roll the dough out to 1/4 inch thickness on a floured surface.
8.Cut out the cookies with a large cookie cutter, and place them on a greased baking sheet.
9.Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
10.Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

Joe Froggers are a flavorful and nostalgic cookie that are perfect for holiday season.

They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by all ages.

CONS

These cookies are high in sugar and calories, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They can also be dry and hard if over-baked.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Joe Froggers are not particularly healthy, they can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The ginger and molasses in this recipe have been linked to soothing digestive issues and reducing inflammation.

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