Moravian Molasses Cookies Recipe

Name: Moravian Molasses Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. light brown sugar; 6 oz. shortening; 2 rounded Tbsp. soda; about 4 lb. flour; 2 Tbsp. cloves; 2 Tbsp. ginger; 2 Tbsp. cinnamon; 6 oz. margarine; 1 qt. dark molasses; 1/2 c. boiling water

Servings: persons

1
Melt shortening and margarine until it bubbles; add to sugar. Stir in the molasses.
2
Dissolve soda in boiling water and add to mixture.
3
Sift in approximately 4 pounds flour.
4
Add spices along with the flour.
5
The dough should be almost stiff enough to roll. Cover and let set overnight.
6
Do not refrigerate.
7
On a floured, cloth-covered board, roll dough as thin as possible.
8
Cut with cookie cutters and place on a greased pan.
9
Bake at 275u00b0 for exactly 10 minutes.
10
Let cookies cool before removing from pan. Makes 7 to 8 pounds of cookies.

721

kcal

Calories

Fat

119

Carbs

Fat Carbs

* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. light brown sugar, 6 oz. shortening, 2 rounded Tbsp. soda, about 4 lb. flour, and more.

Yes, Moravian 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.

Moravian Molasses Cookies

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