In a bowl, combine the cake mix, ginger and baking soda. Stir in water, molasses and vanilla; mix well.
With floured hands, roll into 10 balls. Place 3 inches apart o greased baking sheets. Flatten slightly. Bake at 375º for 13-15 minutes or until surface cracks and cookies are firm.
Remove to wire racks to cool.
Makes 10 cookiesRecipe submitted by florentine on 2/20/01