Molasses Pepper Cookies Recipe

Name: Molasses Pepper Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter flavored shortening; 1 cup brown sugar; 1/2 cup molasses; 1 egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 Orange; 1/4 teaspoon orange extract; 1 1/2 teaspoons grand marnier; 2 1/4 cups flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper plus more for sprinkling; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; white sugar

Servings: persons

1/2 cup butter flavored shortening
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup molasses
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 Orange
1/4 teaspoon orange extract
1 1/2 teaspoons grand marnier
2 1/4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper plus more for sprinkling
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
white sugar

1
Using an electric mixer, beat the shortening, zest and sugar until fluffy, approximately 3-5 minutes. Add the molasses followed by the egg, vanilla, orange extract and Grand Marnier and combine well.
2
In a separate bowl, whisk the remaining dry ingredients (except the white sugar) together, then slowly pour into the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.
3
When ready to bake, shape dough into 1 tablespoon balls, roll in white sugar and set on baking sheet. Sprinkle with extra black pepper. Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes.

714

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup butter flavored shortening, 1 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup molasses, 1 egg, and more.

Yes, Molasses Pepper 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 Pepper Cookies

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