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Molasses Cookies Recipe

These molasses cookies are soft, chewy, and full of warm spices. Perfect for the holiday season or any time you crave a comforting treat.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 120 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • ¾ cup Butter softened
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • ¼ cup Molasses
  • 1 large Egg
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon Ground cloves
  • ½ teaspoon Ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the molasses and egg until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are cracked.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: 50mg | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.5mg

Keywords

Cookies, Molasses
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