Susannah's Molasses Cookies Recipe

A treasured recipe passed down from the 1970s! These unbelievably delicious molasses cookies are still the best I've ever found. Get ready for a taste of nostalgia with chewy, spiced perfection. This recipe is a keeper – thanks, Susannah!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 90 mins

Calories 70.2 kcal

Protein 1g

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Ingredients for Susannah's Molasses Cookies

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How to Make Susannah's Molasses Cookies

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the molasses.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Stir in the chopped nuts (optional).
Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft.
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

3 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Susannah's Molasses Cookies?

Susannah's Molasses Cookies takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Susannah's Molasses Cookies?

Susannah's Molasses Cookies has approximately 70.2 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Susannah's Molasses Cookies?

The key ingredients for Susannah's Molasses Cookies are Shortening, Sugar, Egg, Molasses, Flour, Baking Soda. See the full list with measurements above.