Sugar and Spice Drops Recipe

Name: Sugar and Spice Drops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup vegetable oil; ½ cup brown sugar; ½ cup molasses; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; ½ teaspoon nutmeg; ¼ teaspoon ground cloves; 1 ⅔ cups unbleached all-purpose flour; granulated sugar, for coating the dough

Servings: persons

½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup molasses
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
1 ⅔ cups unbleached all-purpose flour
granulated sugar, for coating the dough

1
Preheat the oven to 350; lightly grease (or line with parchment) two baking sheets.
2
In a medium bowl, beat together the oil, brown sugar, molasses, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
3
Mix in the flour.
4
Shape or scoop the dough into 1 1/2 inch balls.
5
A tablespoon cookie scoop can be used to portion the dough.
6
Roll the balls in granulated sugar and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
7
Use a fork to press a crisscross pattern into the top of each.
8
Bake the cookies for 10 minutes or until they are set.
9
Remove them from the oven and transfer to a rack to cool.

557

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: ½ cup vegetable oil, ½ cup brown sugar, ½ cup molasses, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and more.

Yes, Sugar and Spice Drops falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sugar and Spice Drops

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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