Memo's Molasses Cookies Receta

Indulge in the nostalgic flavor of these melt-in-your-mouth molasses cookies! This vintage WWII recipe, originally from Brer Rabbit and adapted from Memo S (Mom-Mom's mother, Verdis Pierce Reasoner), uses butter-flavored shortening for a uniquely soft texture, even during sugar rationing times. Chilling the dough is key for that perfect result. Get ready for a taste of history – these aren't your average molasses cookies!

Preparación 30 min
Cocción 52 min
Calorías 140.5 kcal
Proteína 2g
Valoración Sé el primero
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Cómo preparar Memo's Molasses Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the molasses.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cloves, and cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in the nuts (optional).
  7. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
  8. Once chilled, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.
  9. Use cookie cutters or a knife to cut out cookies. Place them onto the prepared baking sheets.
  10. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

41g

Fat

8g

Carbs

6g

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¿Cuánto se tarda en preparar Memo's Molasses Cookies?

Memo's Molasses Cookies tarda unos 82 minutos de principio a fin: aproximadamente 30 minutos de preparación y 52 minutos de cocción.

¿Cuántas calorías tiene Memo's Molasses Cookies?

Memo's Molasses Cookies tiene aproximadamente 140.5 calorías por ración, con unos 2 g de proteína, 6 g de carbohidratos y 10 g de grasa.

¿Qué ingredientes necesito para Memo's Molasses Cookies?

Los ingredientes principales de Memo's Molasses Cookies son Shortening, Sugar, Unsulphured Molasses, Egg, Flour, Baking Soda. Consulta la lista completa con cantidades más arriba.

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