Nana's Molasses Cookies

Soft and chewy, full of flavor, these Molasses Cookies are a true favorite. They stay fresh and chewy for days but they might not last that long. *wink*

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword easy cookie recipes

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 13

Total Time 23

Servings

Calories 153kcal

Author Nicole Cook

Ingredients

1 cup brown sugar packed
¾ cup shortening
⅓ cup molasses
1 egg
2 ⅓ cup all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 ¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 ¼ teaspoons ground ginger
½ teaspoons ground cloves

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, beat the brown sugar, shortening, molasses and egg on medium speed.
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, spices and salt.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until fully incorporated.
Shape the dough into 1 1/2 inch balls and dip the tops in the sugar.
Place on a cookie sheet about 2 inches apart.
Bake at 325 degrees for about 13-15 minutes.
Remove from oven and immediately gently place cookies onto cooling rack.
Eat while hot or allow to cool and store in an airtight container for up to one week.

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