Mom’s Molasses Cookies

Molasses cookies are a classic American treat, often associated with holidays and homemade comfort. The rich flavor of molasses adds a unique taste to these soft and chewy cookies.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Mom’s Molasses Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert, Snacks Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground cloves
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, melted
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₄ cup Brown sugar
• 1 unit Egg
• ¹⁄₄ cup Molasses
• ¹⁄₄ cup Granulated sugar (for coating)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg and molasses until well blended. Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just blended.
4. Roll cookie dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat and place onto the prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g10%

Total Carbohydrate 22g8%

Sugars 12g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.