Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup molasses
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup hot, brewed coffee

Method

  • Sift together salt, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, flour, and baking soda.
  • Cream shortening and sugar gradually, then add molasses and eggs. Mix in sifted ingredients. Stir in hot coffee; batter will be thin.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes. Cool.