Molasses Crinkles

Molasses Crinkles
300 min.
72
56kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of Molasses Crinkles, a cookie that perfectly embodies the warmth and comfort of home baking. With their soft, chewy texture and rich, spiced flavor, these cookies are a nostalgic treat that will transport you back to cozy gatherings and festive celebrations. Each bite is a harmonious blend of aromatic spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, complemented by the deep sweetness of molasses and brown sugar.

What makes these cookies truly special is their charming appearance, with a sugary crust that gives way to a soft, tender center. They are not just a snack; they are a conversation starter, a perfect addition to any antipasti platter, or a delightful appetizer at your next gathering. With a generous yield of 72 cookies, you can easily share them with friends and family, making them an ideal choice for parties, potlucks, or simply to enjoy at home.

Whether you’re an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. The combination of unsalted butter and vegetable shortening ensures a rich flavor and perfect texture, while the use of sanding sugar adds a delightful crunch. So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and let’s create some delicious memories with these irresistible Molasses Crinkles!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons baking soda 
  • cup t brown sugar dark packed
  • large eggs 
  • 2.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup granulated sugar for tops of cookies
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground allspice 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves 
  • 0.8 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.5 cup blackstrap molasses (not robust or blackstrap)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted softened
  • 0.5 cup shortening at room temperature

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • hand mixer
  • stand mixer
  • wax paper

Directions

  1. Whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, allspice, cloves, and salt in a bowl until combined.
  2. Beat together shortening, butter, and brown sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer at medium-high speed until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes in a stand mixer (preferably fitted with paddle attachment) or 6 minutes with a handheld.
  3. Add egg and molasses, beating until combined. Reduce speed to low, then mix in flour mixture until combined.
  4. Put oven racks in upper and lower thirds of oven and preheat oven to 375°F.
  5. Roll 1 heaping teaspoon of dough into a 1-inch ball with wet hands, then dip 1 end of ball in sanding sugar. Make more cookies in same manner, arranging them, sugared side up, 2 inches apart on 2 ungreased baking sheets.
  6. Bake cookies, switching position of sheets halfway through baking, until undersides are golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes total, then cool on sheets 1 minute.
  7. Transfer to racks to cool completely. Make more cookies with remaining dough on cooled baking sheets.
  8. *Available at Sweet Celebrations (800328-6722).
  9. Cookies keep, layered between sheets of wax paper or parchment, in an airtight container at room temperature 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories56kcal
Protein3.59%
Fat34.7%
Carbs61.71%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.9
Glycemic Load
3.57
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.1339130593545%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:55.62kcal
2.78%
Fat:2.18g
3.35%
Saturated Fat:0.79g
4.94%
Carbohydrates:8.71g
2.9%
Net Carbohydrates:8.58g
3.12%
Sugar:5.65g
6.28%
Cholesterol:4.28mg
1.43%
Sodium:49.55mg
2.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.51g
1.01%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.26%
Selenium:2.02µg
2.88%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.15%
Folate:7.54µg
1.89%
Iron:0.34mg
1.87%
Magnesium:7.01mg
1.75%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.36%
Vitamin B3:0.26mg
1.3%
Potassium:44.26mg
1.26%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious