Gingersnaps

from the I Don't Cook Cookbook

*this makes a large batch which is a pain if using a stand mixer but they are very yummy

1 1/2 C butter softened
2 C sugar
2 eggs
1/2 C molasses
2 t cinnamon
1 t ginger
1 t allspice
4 C flour
1 t baking soda
2 t baking powder
1 t salt
sugar for rolling but not really necessary

mixing order:

flour, baking soda, powder, and salt separately

cream butter and sugar
add eggs, molasses, and spices
add flour mixture slowly

roll into balls
roll in sugar if desired
bake at 350 for 10 - 12 minutes