Soft molasses jumbles are a classic cookie, loved for their chewy texture, sweet molasses flavor, and the hint of spice that makes them perfect with a cup of tea or coffee. This beloved cookie has been a staple of kitchens for generations, and its popularity shows no signs of fading. Here's how to make this delightful treat.
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MOLASSES JUMBLES
These cookies are very old-fashioned. Eating them is like eating a bit of history, or so my partner tells me. There was a time when molasses was the main sweetener for many people.
Provided by Arthur Bruso
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 30m
Yield 36-48 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Bring the butter to room temperature so that it is soft.
- Cream the butter with the brown sugar.
- Stir in the molasses.
- Add the egg.
- Measure out the flour and add to the butter/molasses mixture.
- Stir until partially blended.
- Add the milk and blend well.
- Drop by teaspoonfuls onto a lightly greased baking sheet.
- Bake 10 min.
- or until set in the center (no imprint remains when lighty touched with a finger).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.3, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 13, Sodium 130.5, Carbohydrate 10.1, Sugar 8.3, Protein 0.3
SOFT MOLASSES JUMBLES
These old-fashioned cookies are given a new twist with raisins and chocolate chips.-Margaret Adamson, Gaithersburg, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine molasses and buttermilk. Combine the dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with molasses mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in raisins and chocolate chips., Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until set. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 140mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
SOFT MOLASSES COOKIES IV
This is my mothers molasses cookie recipe.. They are very good. A very old fashioned recipe, no one will ever guess the secret ingredient. For a fun variation, substitute maraschino cherries for the raisins.
Provided by kim
Categories Desserts Cookies Spice Cookie Recipes
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a couple of cookie sheets.
- In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and lard. Gradually mix in the egg, and molasses. Sift together the flour, baking soda, ginger, dry mustard, instant coffee, and cloves; stir this into the creamed mixture alternately with the milk.
- Drop cookie dough by heaping teaspoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets. Press a raisin or maraschino cherry into the center of each one. Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove from baking sheets to cool on wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.7 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Cholesterol 6.7 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 244.3 mg, Sugar 14 g
SOFT MOLASSES COOKIES V
Celebrate the winter months with spicy and soft molasses cookies. Great for eating with a hot cup of coffee.
Provided by sal
Categories Desserts Cookies Spice Cookie Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar and egg until well blended. Stir in the molasses. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and ginger; stir into the molasses mixture. Cover the dough and chill for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets. Roll the dough into walnut sized balls. Place the cookies 2 inches apart onto the prepared cookie sheet.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 18.7 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 111.5 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
JUMBO MOLASSES COOKIES
"These gigantic molasses cookies remind me of the ones my grandmother used to make," remembers Joan Stull of Titusville, Florida. At nearly 4 inches across, they're nicely spiced, delightfully chewy and bound to be noticed!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Beat in molasses and eggs. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, cloves and ginger; gradually add to creamed mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours. , Shape 1/4 cupfuls of dough into balls; roll in sugar. Place four cookies on a greased baking sheet at a time. Bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until edges are set. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
Tips:
- To get perfectly round jumbles, use a cookie scoop to drop the batter onto the baking sheet.
- For a chewier cookie, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- If you don't have molasses, you can substitute an equal amount of honey or maple syrup.
- For a festive touch, decorate the jumbles with sprinkles or colored sugar before baking.
- Store the jumbles in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Soft molasses jumbles are a classic cookie recipe that is easy to make and always a hit with family and friends. With their chewy texture, sweet molasses flavor, and festive appearance, they are the perfect cookie to enjoy during the holidays or any time of year. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cookie recipe, give soft molasses jumbles a try!
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