Molasses Cookies Recipe

Name: Molasses Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 1/2 c. sifted all-purpose flour; 1 Tbsp. ground ginger; 1 tsp. ground cloves; 1 tsp. ground nutmeg; 1/2 tsp. ground allspice; 1 c. soft shortening; sugar; salt; water; rum; soda; molasses

Servings: persons

8 1/2 c. sifted all-purpose flour
1 Tbsp. ground ginger
1 tsp. ground cloves
1 tsp. ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp. ground allspice
1 c. soft shortening
sugar
salt
water
rum
soda
molasses

1
Sift together flour, ginger, cloves, nutmeg and allspice.
2
Work shortening in a bowl until creamy.
3
Add sugar and beat until well blended.
4
Combine salt, water and rum; stir to dissolve salt.
5
Stir soda into molasses and combine with water mixture.
6
Add liquid mixture and sifted dry ingredients alternately to shortening mixture.
7
Mix well after each addition.
8
Cover and chill overnight. Heat oven to 375u00b0.
9
Roll a small portion of dough at a time.
10
Place on a cookie sheet and bake.

1859

kcal

Calories

Fat

388

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 1/2 c. sifted all-purpose flour, 1 Tbsp. ground ginger, 1 tsp. ground cloves, 1 tsp. ground nutmeg, and more.

Yes, 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.

Molasses Cookies

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