Prize Winning Molasses Cookies Recipe

Name: Prize Winning Molasses Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup shortening; 1 cup packed brown sugar; 1 egg; 1/2 cup molasses; 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1/2 cup molasses
1/4 cup granulated sugar

1
In a medium bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, spices and salt, set aside.
2
In a large bowl, beat shortening with an electric mixer on medium speed for 30 seconds. Add brown sugar and beat until mixture is combined, scraping sides of bowl occasionally.
3
Beat in egg and molasses until combined. Add flour mixture 1/2 cup at a time till fully mixed. Cover and chill 1 to 2 hours or until dough is easy to handle.
4
Place granulated sugar in a small bowl. Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll balls in sugar to coat.
5
Place about 1 1/2 inches apart on lightly greased cookie sheets. Bake in 350* oven for 8-10 minutes or until bottoms are light brown and tops are puffed, do not overbake.
6
Cool on cookie sheets for 2 minutes. Transfer to wire racks and let cool.
7
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

570

kcal

Calories

Fat

125

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, and more.

Yes, Prize Winning 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.

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