Better For You - Soft Molasses Cookies Recipe

Name: Better For You - Soft Molasses Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter, soft; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 2 egg whites; 1/2 cup molasses; 2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour (adding a bit more if needed); 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ginger; 1 teaspoon allspice; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 teaspoon cinnamon (or more to taste)

Servings: persons

3/4 cup butter, soft
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 egg whites
1/2 cup molasses
2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour (adding a bit more if needed)
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon nutmeg
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon (or more to taste)

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
In small bowl combine flour, salt, baking soda, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ginger, allspice and nutmeg, set aside.
3
In another small bowl combine 2 Tablespoons white sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon, set aside.
4
In large bowl, cream brown sugar and butter, stir in egg whites and molasses.
5
Fold in flour mixture, adding more flour if necessary to reach a scoopable consistency.
6
Drop onto cookie sheet using small cookie scoop, or by rolled & rounded tablespoons onto lightly greased cookie sheet or one that is lined with a Silpat.
7
Sprinkle lightly with reserved cinnamon sugar mixture.
8
Bake 8-10 minutes.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup butter, soft, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 2 egg whites, 1/2 cup molasses, and more.

Yes, Better For You - Soft Molasses Cookies 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.

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