Tender And Spicy Molasses Cookies Recipe

Warm up your winter nights with these incredibly delicious and nutritious molasses cookies! A unique twist on classic ginger cakes, this vegan recipe is surprisingly easy and completely free of refined sugar and dairy. The rich blackstrap molasses flavor shines through, perfectly balanced with warming spices. If using regular molasses, reduce the spices slightly. These comforting cookies are packed with flavor and perfect for cozy evenings.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 27 mins
Calories 607.6 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tender And Spicy Molasses Cookies

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How to Make Tender And Spicy Molasses Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a baking sheet.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the molasses, oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft.
  7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

184g

Fat

10g

Carbs

37g