Molasses Ginger Cookies Recipe

Name: Molasses Ginger Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. all-purpose flour; 2 tsp. baking soda; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. ginger; 1 egg (large); 1/4 c. unsulfured molasses; 1 1/4 c. sugar, divided; 1/2 c. butter, softened; 1/4 c. vegetable shortening; 1/2 tsp. cinnamon; 1/4 tsp. cloves; 2 tsp. grated orange peel

Servings: persons

2 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ginger
1 egg (large)
1/4 c. unsulfured molasses
1 1/4 c. sugar, divided
1/2 c. butter, softened
1/4 c. vegetable shortening
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. cloves
2 tsp. grated orange peel

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Sift flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves together in medium bowl.
3
Beat 1 cup sugar and the butter and shortening until light and fluffy.
4
Add egg, molasses and orange peel; beat until smooth.
5
Add dry ingredients and beat until combined.
6
Refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
7
Roll dough into 1-inch balls.
8
Roll balls in remaining 1/4 cup sugar and place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
9
Bake 10 to 12 minutes, until golden.

981

kcal

Calories

Fat

168

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. all-purpose flour, 2 tsp. baking soda, 1/2 tsp. salt, 1/2 tsp. ginger, and more.

Yes, Molasses Ginger 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 Ginger Cookies

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