Molasses Shoo-Fly Cake

Name: Molasses Shoo-Fly Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 c. flour; 1/2 c. brown sugar; 1/2 tsp. cinnamon; 1/2 tsp. cloves; 1/8 tsp. ginger; 1/4 tsp. salt; 2 Tbsp. shortening; 1/2 c. molasses; 3/4 c. boiling water; 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda; 1 egg yolk, beaten

Eats Now Editorial Team · 713 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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Molasses Shoo-Fly Cake – a delicious recipe with flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, salt. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

3/4 c. flour
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/8 tsp. ginger
1/4 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. shortening
1/2 c. molasses
3/4 c. boiling water
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 egg yolk, beaten

1
Mix together first 6 ingredients.
2
Cut in shortening with pastry blender until mixture is crumbly.
3
Set aside.
4
Line a 9-inch pie pan with pastry.
5
Combine 4 remaining ingredients.
6
Alternate layers of crumbs and liquid mixture in pastry shell, ending with crumbs.
7
Bake at 450u00b0 for 10 minutes.
8
Reduce heat to 350u00b0 and bake about 20 minutes longer or until firm.

713

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* 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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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 c. flour, 1/2 c. brown sugar, 1/2 tsp. cinnamon, 1/2 tsp. cloves, and more.

Yes, Molasses Shoo-Fly Cake 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
713 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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