Aunt Clara's Delightfully Soft Molasses Cookies
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Aunt Clara's Delightfully Soft Molasses Cookies. These cookies are lovingly crafted with rich molasses, fragrant spices, and a hint of sweetness, creating a soft and chewy texture that's truly irresistible. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home, these cookies will fill your kitchen with delightful aromas and bring smiles to all who share them. Bake a batch and create sweet memories with family and friends!
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
molasses
3/4 cup (none)
sugar
1/2 cup (none)
butter or margarine
1/2 cup (softened at room temperature)
egg
1 (beaten)
flour
2 1/2 cups (none)
ground cloves
1 teaspoon (none)
ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon (none)
ground allspice
1 teaspoon (none)
ground ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons (none)
baking soda
2 teaspoons (dissolved in 1/4 cup water before use)
water
1/4 cup (used to dissolve baking soda)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cookie sheets by lightly greasing and flouring them.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter (or margarine) and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 3-5 minutes.
3
Blend in the molasses and egg, ensuring to beat well until fully combined.
4
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, allspice, and cloves to create your dry ingredients.
5
Dissolve the baking soda in the water, then gradually add this mixture to the butter-sugar mixture, alternating with the dry ingredient mixture. Mix until just combined and be careful not to overmix.
6
Using a rounded tablespoon, drop the cookie dough onto your prepared cookie sheets, leaving space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are set and lightly browned around the edges.
8
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the cookie sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this cookie recipe?
The recipe is for Aunt Clara's Delightfully Soft Molasses Cookies.
What oven temperature is required for baking these cookies?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How should I prepare the cookie sheets?
You should prepare the cookie sheets by lightly greasing and flouring them.
How long should I cream the butter and sugar?
The butter (or margarine) and sugar should be creamed together until light and fluffy, which takes about 3-5 minutes.
How much molasses is needed for this recipe?
The recipe requires 3/4 cup of molasses.
Do I need to prepare the egg in any specific way?
Yes, the recipe specifies using 1 beaten egg.
What dry ingredients are mixed together in the separate bowl?
The dry ingredients include flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, allspice, and cloves.
What should I do with the baking soda before adding it to the dough?
The baking soda should be dissolved in 1/4 cup of water before use.
How much flour is required?
You will need 2 1/2 cups of flour.
What spices are used in Aunt Clara's Molasses Cookies?
The recipe uses ground ginger, cinnamon, allspice, and cloves.
How do I add the water and dry ingredients to the butter mixture?
You should gradually add the dissolved baking soda mixture and the dry ingredient mixture to the butter-sugar mixture, alternating between them.
What is the recommended portion size for dropping the dough onto the sheets?
Use a rounded tablespoon to drop the cookie dough onto the sheets.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for approximately 12-15 minutes.
How can I tell when the cookies are finished baking?
The cookies are done when they are set and lightly browned around the edges.
How long should the cookies cool on the sheet before moving them?
Let them cool on the cookie sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
What is the texture of these cookies?
These cookies have a soft and chewy texture.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, the recipe allows for either 1/2 cup of butter or margarine.
How much ground ginger is needed?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 teaspoons of ground ginger.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of sugar.
How much ground cloves should be added?
Use 1 teaspoon of ground cloves.
What amount of cinnamon is required?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
What amount of allspice is used?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of ground allspice.
Is there a specific caution when mixing the final dough?
Yes, you should mix until just combined and be careful not to overmix.
What is the total number of ingredients in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients in total.
What should I use to cool the cookies completely?
Transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely.
Does the butter need to be at a specific temperature?
Yes, the butter or margarine should be softened at room temperature.
What kind of flavor profile can I expect?
The cookies feature rich molasses, fragrant spices, and a hint of sweetness.
Is there a need to leave space between the cookies on the sheet?
Yes, you should leave space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
Is this recipe good for holiday baking?
Yes, the recipe description notes they are perfect for holiday gatherings.
How much baking soda is required?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of baking soda.