Old Fashioned Molasses Cookies Recipe

Name: Old Fashioned Molasses Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup molasses; 1 tablespoon baking soda; 1 tablespoon white vinegar; 1 cup brown sugar; 1 cup vegetable shortening; 1 large eggs; 4 cups flour, all-purpose; 2 teaspoons ginger; 1 teaspoon cloves, ground; 1 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1 cup molasses
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup vegetable shortening
1 large eggs
4 cups flour, all-purpose
2 teaspoons ginger
1 teaspoon cloves, ground
1 teaspoon salt

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In a large saucepan (because it foams up) bring the molasses to a boil.
2
Remove from heat and stir in soda and vinegar.
3
Mix well and allow to cool.
4
Add shortening, brown sugar, egg and mix well.
5
Combine the flour, ginger, cloves and salt;add to the molasses mixture and mix well.
6
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
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On a floured board roll out the dough to desired thickness.
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Thin for crisp and thicker for softer cookies.
9
Cut with cookie cutter and place on a greased baking sheet.
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Make sure to leave 2 inches between cookies because they will spread.
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I make the cookies fairly small because they do get bigger in the oven.
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Bake at 350F (180C).
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for 10 to 12 minutes;allow to cool on pans for 2 to 3 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.
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684

kcal

Calories

Fat

146

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup molasses, 1 tablespoon baking soda, 1 tablespoon white vinegar, 1 cup brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Old Fashioned 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.

Old Fashioned Molasses Cookies

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