Molasses Softies

Prep: 15 min Cook: 5 min Cuisine: American

Molasses Softies are tender, spiced cookies with rich molasses and warm cinnamon flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy afternoons with a glass of milk.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. butter
  • 1 1/3 cups sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup molasses
  • 3 Tbsp. dark corn syrup
  • 2 Tbsp. milk
  • 4 cups flour
  • 2 tsp. baking soda
  • 2 heaping tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 tsp. ginger

Instructions

  1. Cream the butter until smooth.
  2. Gradually add sugar, egg, molasses, syrup, and milk, mixing well.
  3. Stir in the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and ginger until combined.
  4. Scoop the dough into balls and roll them in sugar.
  5. Bake for 5 minutes at 325°F.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

806 kcal 40% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.6g 15% DV
Total Fat 36.4g 47% DV
Carbs 114.7g 42% DV
Fiber 2.8g 10% DV
Sugar 55.6g 100% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 7305.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 687.5mg 15% DV
Cholesterol 142.3mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 62.8mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13.1mg 15% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 284.8mg 22% DV
Iron 4.9mg 27% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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