Molasses Cookies(150 Years Old) Recipe

Name: Molasses Cookies(150 Years Old)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. shortening (lard); 1 c. dark brown sugar; 1 pt. dark molasses (16 oz.); 1 c. buttermilk; 6 c. flour (approximately); 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. ginger; 1/2 tsp. nutmeg; 1/2 tsp. cloves; 1/4 tsp. cream of tartar; 1 Tbsp. baking soda

Servings: persons

1 c. shortening (lard)
1 c. dark brown sugar
1 pt. dark molasses (16 oz.)
1 c. buttermilk
6 c. flour (approximately)
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/4 tsp. cream of tartar
1 Tbsp. baking soda

1
Cream shortening and sugar.
2
Add molasses slowly, stirring constantly.
3
Mix spices with cream of tartar and add to mixture. Mix soda and buttermilk and make a fairly stiff dough by adding flour and milk alternately to the sugar and spices mixture.
4
You may not need the entire six cups of flour.
5
Refrigerate overnight, covered.
6
Roll out at least 1/4-inch thick (the thicker the better), using as little flour as possible.
7
Keep dough refrigerated when not rolling and cutting.
8
Cut into cookies and brush with beaten egg. Bake 10 to 12 minutes in preheated 350u00b0.

1974

kcal

Calories

Fat

334

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. shortening (lard), 1 c. dark brown sugar, 1 pt. dark molasses (16 oz.), 1 c. buttermilk, and more.

Yes, Molasses Cookies(150 Years Old) 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.

Molasses Cookies(150 Years Old)

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