Reva's Molasses Sugar Cookies Recipe

Name: Reva's Molasses Sugar Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups sugar granulated, divided; 3/4 cup vegetable shortening solid, melt; 2 cups flour, all-purpose; 1/4 cup molasses; 1 each eggs slightly beaten; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon cloves ground; 1/2 teaspoon ginger ground; 1 teaspoon cinnamon ground; 1/2 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups sugar granulated, divided
3/4 cup vegetable shortening solid, melt
2 cups flour, all-purpose
1/4 cup molasses
1 each eggs slightly beaten
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cloves ground
1/2 teaspoon ginger ground
1 teaspoon cinnamon ground
1/2 teaspoon salt

1
In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of the sugar with the melted shortening, flour, molasses, egg, baking soda, cloves, ginger, cinnamon and salt.
2
Mix until well combined.
3
Although you can form cookies at this point, the dough will be easier to handle if you cover and chill it for about 30 minutes.
4
Preheat oven to 375F (190C) F; lightly grease a cookie sheet.
5
Using your hands, form balls of dough about the size of a walnut.
6
Place the remaining 1/2 cup sugar in a large shallow dish.
7
Roll the balls in the sugar to coat completely.
8
Place on the prepared cookie sheet, about 2 1/2 inches apart.
9
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until cookies spread and are lightly browned on the bottom.
10
Cool cookies on a wire rack.
11
Store in an airtight container.

548

kcal

Calories

Fat

122

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 1/2 cups sugar granulated, divided, 3/4 cup vegetable shortening solid, melt, 2 cups flour, all-purpose, 1/4 cup molasses, and more.

Yes, Reva's Molasses Sugar 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.

Reva's Molasses Sugar Cookies

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