Molasses cookies are a classic of traditional baking with roots in the colonial era, when molasses was one of the most common sweeteners used in cooking due to its abundance and affordable cost. Originating primarily in the United States, these cookies have become popular in various parts of Latin America, though in each country they often have variations in name and preparation. For example, in Mexico they might be found under names like "molasses cookies" or "spice cookies," while in countries like Argentina and Chile, they are simply known as "molasses biscuits." This recipe stands out for its soft interior and slightly crispy exterior, in addition to its characteristic spicy flavor that evokes festive times and family celebrations.
Mom's molasses cookies
How to Make Mom's Molasses Cookies
To prepare these delicious cookies, first mix brown sugar, shortening, molasses, and egg until you get a homogeneous mixture.
Add the flour, baking soda, and spices (cinnamon, ginger, clove, and a pinch of salt), then mix all the ingredients well.
Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least one hour so it firms up.
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
Form dough balls the size of walnuts with your hands.
Dip the tops in granulated sugar to add a crunchy and sweet touch.
Place the balls with the sugared side up on the baking sheet, making sure they are spaced about 3 inches (7.5 cm) apart to prevent them from sticking together.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until they are firm and lightly golden.
Remove immediately from the baking sheet and let cool on a wire rack.
Ingredients (11)
- Brown Sugar
- Crisco
- Molasses
- Egg
- Flour
- Baking Soda
- Cinnamon
- Ginger
- Cloves
- Salt
- Granulated Sugar
Instructions (15 steps)
- 1 Mix brown sugar
- 2 Crisco
- 3 molasses
- 4 and egg
- 5 Add flour
- 6 baking soda
- 7 and spices
- 8 mix well
- 9 Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour
- 10 Preheat the oven to 375°F
- 11 Form dough balls the size of walnuts
- 12 Dip the tops in granulated sugar
- 13 Place with the sugared side up about 3\" apart on the baking sheet
- 14 Bake for 10 to 12 minutes
- 15 Remove immediately from the baking sheet and let cool
Nutritional Information
Calories:
296 kcal
Protein:
0g
Carbohydrates:
20g
Fat:
20g
Azúcar:
0g
Sodio:
5mg