Ingredients for Spicy Molasses Crinkle Cookies
- 1 cup granulated sugar + ½ cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
- 1 cup (2 sticks) softened shortening
- ½ cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- Ground Cardamom
- ½ teaspoon salt
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How to Make Spicy Molasses Crinkle Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened shortening, 1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup molasses, and 1 large egg until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground cloves, and ½ teaspoon salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
- Roll the balls in ½ cup granulated sugar.
- Place the sugar-coated balls 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your warm, spicy, and wonderfully crinkled cookies!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
16g
Fat
3g
Carbs
2g