Secret Treat Molasses Cookies

Directions

In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar.

Add egg; mix well.

Beat in molasses.

Combine flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and ginger; add to creamed mixture and mix well.

The dough will be very stiff.

Cover and chill several hours or overnight.

On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to ⅛ inch thickness; cut into 2¼ inch to 2½ inch circles.

Place ½ teaspoon preserves on half of the circles; top with remaining circles.

Pinch edges together to seal.

Place on a greased baking sheet.

Bake at 350℉ (180℃) for 10 minutes or until lightly browned.

Cool on a wire rack.

Combine glaze ingredients and frost cooled cookies.