Decadent Chocolate Chip Molasses Delights
Indulge in the rich, warm flavors of Decadent Chocolate Chip Molasses Delights. This easy-to-follow drop cookie recipe combines the sweetness of brown sugar and the deep, robust flavor of molasses with luscious semi-sweet chocolate chips. Perfect for cookie trays, holiday gatherings, or a delightful treat any time of year, these cookies are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. With a soft, chewy texture and just the right amount of sweetness, they can be enjoyed fresh from the oven or stored for later indulgence. Make a batch and share them with family and friends, or keep them all to yourself!
90
Servings
60
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Shortening
1 cup (softened)
Sugar
1 1/2 cups (granulated)
Molasses
1/2 cup (unsulfured)
Eggs
2 (large, beaten)
All-purpose Flour
3 cups (sifted)
Baking Soda
1 1/2 teaspoons (sifted with flour)
Salt
1 teaspoon (fine)
Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips
2 cups (semi-sweet)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare ungreased baking sheets.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened shortening and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3
Add the unsulfured molasses to the creamed mixture, followed by the beaten eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is well incorporated before adding the next.
4
In a separate bowl, combine the sifted flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
5
Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, ensuring an even distribution throughout the dough.
6
Using your hands or a cookie scoop, roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
7
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are firm but the centers are still soft.
8
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
2.85g
Fat
8.59g
Carbs
0.7g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the yield of this recipe?
This recipe makes 90 servings.
What temperature do I set my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
Should I grease the cookie sheets?
No, the instructions specify using ungreased baking sheets.
What is the primary fat used in these cookies?
The recipe uses 1 cup of softened shortening.
How much sugar is required?
You will need 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar.
What kind of molasses is recommended?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of unsulfured molasses.
How many eggs are used?
Use 2 large, beaten eggs.
What is the procedure for adding eggs?
Add the beaten eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated.
How much flour do I need?
The recipe requires 3 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
What leavening agent is used?
1 1/2 teaspoons of sifted baking soda is used as the leavening agent.
Is salt included in the dough?
Yes, 1 teaspoon of fine salt is included.
What kind of chocolate chips should I use?
Use 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
How do I mix the dry ingredients?
Combine the sifted flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl before adding to the wet mixture.
How do I add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture?
Gradually incorporate them into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
When are the chocolate chips added?
Gently fold them in after the dry and wet ingredients are combined, ensuring even distribution.
What size should the dough balls be?
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
How much space should be between cookies on the sheet?
Leave about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
How long is the baking time?
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
How do I tell if the cookies are finished?
The edges should be firm but the centers should still be soft.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes.
Where should the cookies finish cooling?
Transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
What is the calorie count per cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 60 calories.
How much fat is in one serving?
There is 2.85g of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content?
Each serving contains 8.59g of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in each cookie?
There is 0.7g of protein per cookie.
Is there any fiber in these cookies?
Fiber information is not provided for this specific recipe.
What is the texture of these molasses delights?
They have a soft, chewy texture with firm edges.
Are these cookies suitable for holiday trays?
Yes, they are described as perfect for cookie trays and holiday gatherings.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe is categorized as Drop Cookies.
What is the first step in the instructions?
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare ungreased baking sheets.