Molasses Cookies

Name: Molasses Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup of shortening; butter; 1/3 cup brown sugar; 2 eggs; 2/3 cup sorghum molasses; 3-1/2 cup all purpose flour; 1 tsp. baking soda; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. ginger powder; 3 tbsp. white sugar; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. vanilla

Eats Now Editorial Team · 464 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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Molasses Cookies – a delicious recipe with shortening, butter, brown sugar, eggs, sorghum molasses, flour. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

1/3 cup of shortening
butter
1/3 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
2/3 cup sorghum molasses
3-1/2 cup all purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. ginger powder
3 tbsp. white sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. vanilla

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Cream shortening, sugars, and eggs.
3
Add molasses.
4
Beat well.
5
Sift together flour, salt, soda, and spices and stir into batter.
6
Add vanilla last.
7
Roll 1/2 inch on floured board.
8
Bake on greased cookie sheet for 8 to 10 minutes.
9
Store in stone jar.
10
To keep cookies soft, put slice of white bread or half an apple on top.

464

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* 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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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup of shortening, butter, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 2 eggs, 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
464 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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