SPICY MOLASSES COOKIES

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I found this family recipe in an old cookbook on a timeworn note, handwritten by my stepdaughter's grandmother. It's a very soft, moist cookie-and tastes great with a big glass of milk.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 12 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

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

Steps:

  • In a large 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. , Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes. Remove to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 39mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Timothy Togbor
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These cookies are a must-try for any molasses fan. They're soft, chewy, and full of flavor. I love the combination of molasses and spices. It's a really unique and delicious flavor.


MAYA NA MARA
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These cookies are a delicious and festive treat. They're perfect for Christmas parties or any other holiday gathering. I always get rave reviews when I make these cookies.


menna saad
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover molasses. They're also a great way to get your kids excited about baking. My kids love helping me make these cookies, and they always love eating them too.


Pradesh Powanraj
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I love these cookies! They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly. The molasses flavor is delicious, and the spices give them a nice kick. I always get compliments on these cookies when I bring them to parties.


Md Niam
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These cookies are delicious! The molasses flavor is rich and deep, and the spices add a nice warmth. The texture is soft and chewy, with a slight crispness on the edges. Overall, these cookies are a great addition to any holiday cookie platter.


Kausar Islam
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I made these cookies for a bake sale and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. The molasses gives them a really unique flavor that I haven't had before. The spices are also very well-balanced. I will definitely be making these again.


Ishita
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These cookies are so easy to make! I was able to whip them up in no time. I love that I didn't have to chill the dough. The cookies turned out perfectly. They're soft and chewy, with a nice crispy edge. The molasses flavor is delicious, and the spice


Jakir King
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I was a bit hesitant to try these cookies because I'm not a big fan of molasses. But I'm so glad I did! The molasses flavor is not overpowering at all. It's actually quite subtle. The spices really shine through, and the cookies have a wonderful chew


MD:MEHEDI HASAN NAHID KHAN
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These cookies are amazing! I made them for a holiday party and they were gone in minutes. Everyone loved them. The molasses gives them a really rich flavor, and the spices make them taste like Christmas. I will definitely be making these again.


Debbie Hubbard
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I've made these cookies several times now, and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make, and they always turn out perfectly. I love the combination of molasses and spices. It's a really unique flavor that I haven't found in any other cookie reci


Jam Aziz Aziz
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These cookies are a delightful blend of sweet and spicy. The molasses provides a rich, deep flavor, while the ginger and cinnamon add a warm, spicy kick. The texture is soft and chewy, with a slight crispiness on the edges. Overall, these cookies are


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