Mom’s Molasses Cookies Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
🥄 Servings: 12
Description:
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Mom’s Molasses Cookies, a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. These soft, chewy cookies boast a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, making them an irresistible snack for both kids and adults alike. Share the joy of homemade goodness with this beloved recipe from lovewithrecipes.com.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | Brown sugar |
| 3/4 cup | Molasses |
| 1/4 cup | Crisco |
| 1 | Egg |
| 2 1/4 cups | Flour |
| 2 tsp | Baking soda |
| 1 tsp | Cinnamon |
| 1 tsp | Ginger |
| 1/2 tsp | Clove |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| Granulated sugar (for coating) |
Instructions:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, Crisco, molasses, and egg. Stir until well blended.
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Gradually add flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, clove, and salt to the mixture. Mix thoroughly until a smooth dough forms.
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Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Chilling the dough helps to enhance the flavors and makes it easier to handle.
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
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Shape the chilled dough into walnut-sized balls using your hands.
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Roll the tops of the dough balls in granulated sugar, ensuring they are evenly coated.
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Place the sugar-coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 3 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
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Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until they are lightly golden brown around the edges.
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Once baked, remove the cookies immediately from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the warm, aromatic goodness of Mom’s Molasses Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 295.9
- Fat: 13.5g
- Saturated Fat: 4.1g
- Cholesterol: 15.5mg
- Sodium: 272.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 41.5g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Sugar: 21.8g
- Protein: 3g
Recipe Notes:
- For a softer, chewier texture, slightly underbake the cookies and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. They can also be frozen for longer storage.
- Customize the spice level according to your preference by adjusting the amount of cinnamon, ginger, and clove in the recipe.
