Mix 2 cups of the flour with the baking soda and baking powder. Mix the remaining 1-1/2 cups flour with the spices. In a one-quart, wide mouthed canning jar, layer the ingredients starting with the flour & baking powder mixture then the brown sugar and finally the flour and spice mixture.
Directions for gift recipe card to attach to the jar:
Empty contents of the jar into a large mixing bowl. Blend together well. Add 1/2 cup softened butter , 3/4 cup molasses and 1 slightly beaten egg. Mix until completely blended. Dough will be very stiff so you may need to use your hands. Cover and refrigerate for one hour.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Roll dough to 1/4 inch thick on a lightly floured surface. Cut into shapes with a cookie cutter. Place cookies on a lightly greased cookie sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes. Decorate as desired.
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