Old-Time Molasses Cookies Recipe

Name: Old-Time Molasses Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ¼ cups flour; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ginger; ½ teaspoon clove; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg; ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ cup shortening; ½ cup sugar plus 2 tbsp. sugar; ⅔ cup unsulphured molasses; ¼ cup water; 1 egg

Servings: persons

2 ¼ cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ginger
½ teaspoon clove
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup shortening
½ cup sugar plus 2 tbsp. sugar
⅔ cup unsulphured molasses
¼ cup water
1 egg

1
Combine flour, and next ingredients.
2
Set aside.
3
Beat shortening and 1/2 cup sugar until smooth.
4
Beat in molasses, water and egg.
5
Stir in flour mixture until well blended.
6
Cover and chill at least 2 hours.
7
Preheat oven to 350F Place remaining 3 tablespoons of sugar on wax paper.
8
To prepare cookies, shape heaping tablespoons of dough into balls and roll in sugar.
9
Place about 2-inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.

382

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ¼ cups flour, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ginger, and more.

Yes, Old-Time 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-Time Molasses Cookies

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