Molasses Spice Cookies
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 36 cookies
Rating: 4.5 stars (3 reviews)
Calories: 96.1 per serving
Fat Content: 2.7g
Saturated Fat Content: 0.9g
Cholesterol Content: 4.3mg
Sodium Content: 90.8mg
Carbohydrate Content: 16.9g
Fiber Content: 0.4g
Sugar Content: 12.5g
Protein Content: 1.8g
Description
These Molasses Spice Cookies are not just really good, but they create an illusion of intense labor in the kitchen, though they’re actually quite easy to make. The enticing aroma of molasses combined with a medley of spices will fill your kitchen, making it feel like the heart of holiday cheer. However, be vigilant while baking them, as they can easily go from perfectly crisp to slightly burnt if left unattended.
Recipe Category
Drop Cookies
Keywords
Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Healthy, Christmas, < 30 Mins, Easy
Ingredients:
- 1 cup molasses
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix all ingredients together: In a large mixing bowl, combine the molasses, ground ginger, allspice, ground cinnamon, salt, graham cracker crumbs, raisins, flour, and melted butter. Stir until well blended and a dough forms.
- Prepare the cookie sheet: Spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray or grease it lightly to prevent sticking.
- Form the cookies: Drop teaspoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared cookie sheet, leaving some space between each cookie for spreading.
- Bake: Place the cookie sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cookies are set and lightly browned around the edges.
- Cool: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and immediately transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these delightful Molasses Spice Cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of hot tea, and savor the warm, comforting flavors of the holiday season in every bite!
These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re craving a sweet treat to enjoy with your afternoon tea or looking for a festive addition to your holiday cookie platter. With their irresistible blend of molasses, spices, and raisins, they’re sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire. So go ahead, whip up a batch of these easy yet impressive cookies, and let their delicious aroma fill your kitchen with warmth and cheer!
