Aunt Bessie's Molasses Cookies Recipe Recipe

Name: Aunt Bessie's Molasses Cookies Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. molasses; 5 tsp baking soda; 2 1/2 c. flour; 2 1/2 c. sugar; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp cinnamon; 1/2 tsp nutmeg; 2 1/2 c. oatmeal; 3/4 c. butter; 3/4 c. shortening; 2 x Large eggs

Servings: persons

1/2 c. molasses
5 tsp baking soda
2 1/2 c. flour
2 1/2 c. sugar
1 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
2 1/2 c. oatmeal
3/4 c. butter
3/4 c. shortening
2 x Large eggs

1
Method:Heat molasses in microwave or possibly on the stove.
2
Stir in baking soda.
3
Set aside.
4
Note: the baking soda makes it puff up, so heat in a larger bowl.
5
Mix flour, sugar, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and oatmeal in a large bowl.
6
Cut in butter and shortening till crumbly.
7
Stir in molasses.
8
Add in unbeaten Large eggs.
9
Mix well.
10
Roll in balls.
11
Arrange on ungreased cookie sheet 2 inches apart.
12
Bake at 350 degrees F. for 10 to 15 min.

1524

kcal

Calories

Fat

266

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. molasses, 5 tsp baking soda, 2 1/2 c. flour, 2 1/2 c. sugar, and more.

Yes, Aunt Bessie's Molasses Cookies Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Aunt Bessie's Molasses Cookies Recipe

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