Ingredients for Sarah S Favorite Molasses Spice Cookies
- 1 cup (2 sticks) softened shortening
- Sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup molasses
- Unbleached All Purpose Flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Allspice
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
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How to Make Sarah S Favorite Molasses Spice Cookies
- Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened shortening and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 1 large egg and 1/2 cup molasses.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Cover the dough and chill for at least 1 hour (or up to 24 hours).
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls.
- Roll balls in 1/4 cup additional granulated sugar.
- Place cookies 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until edges are set and tops are cracked.
- Let cookies cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
20 g
Sugar
247g
Fat
50g
Carbs
38g
