spicy molasses cookies

(1 RATING)
41 Pinches
decatur, AR
Updated on Aug 27, 2012

Any cookie recipe that has molasses in it has my vote. I love to cook with it and I love love love the taste of it.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Bake
yield 12 dozen

Ingredients

  • 1 cup shortening
  • 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup light or dark molasses
  • 3 - eggs
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

How To Make spicy molasses cookies

  • Step 1
    In a large mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add molasses. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine dry ingredients and spices; add to batter and mix lightly. Stir in nuts and raisins if desired; mix well.
  • Step 2
    Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350 for 10-12 minutes. Remove to wire rack.

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Culture: Asian
Category: Cookies
Keyword: #Yummy
Method: Bake
Ingredient: Flour

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