The Baking Wives: Brer Rabbit Molasses Cookies

Soft molasses cookies are a delicious treat that you won’t be able to resist. The combination of molasses, spices, and brown sugar creates a sweet and slightly tangy flavor that is perfect for any occasion. These cookies are soft and chewy, with a slightly crispy edge - the perfect texture for a cookie. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or simply craving a sweet treat, these soft molasses cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup molasses
• 3 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the molasses.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Shape the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

How to prepare:

Prepare your ingredients and preheat your oven. Make sure your butter is softened and your eggs are at room temperature. Whisk together the dry ingredients and set aside.

In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the molasses.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Shape the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Preparation time:

Preparation time for these soft molasses cookies is approximately 20 minutes. The dough then requires at least 1 hour of refrigeration time before baking. The total time, from start to finish, is about 2 hours.

Servings:

This recipe makes about 36 soft molasses cookies.

Nutrition Facts:

Each serving of these soft molasses cookies contains approximately:

• Calories: 120
• Total Fat: 5g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Cholesterol: 20mg
• Sodium: 125mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 18g
• Sugars: 9g
• Protein: 1g

Tips:

Here are a few tips to help you achieve the best results with your soft molasses cookies:

1. Make sure to soften the butter before creaming it with the sugars. This will help create a light and fluffy texture.
2. Refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
3. When shaping the dough, lightly coat your hands with flour to prevent sticking.
4. For an extra touch of sweetness, sprinkle the tops of the cookies with granulated sugar before baking.

These soft molasses cookies are a timeless classic that everyone will enjoy. The combination of molasses, spices, and brown sugar creates a flavor that is rich and comforting. Whether you’re baking these cookies for a special occasion or just for yourself, they are sure to be a hit. So go ahead and indulge in the sweet and spicy goodness of these soft molasses cookies - you won’t be disappointed!

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