Molasses Sugar Balls

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Cuisine: American

Chewy molasses sugar balls with warm spices and rich molasses flavor, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy treats, appealing to those who love classic spiced cookies.

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Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup shortening
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 4 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons soda
  • 2 1/4 cups flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon cloves
  • 1/8 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Combine shortening, sugar, molasses, egg, soda, flour, cloves, ginger, and cinnamon in a bowl until well mixed.
  2. Roll the mixture into small balls and roll each ball in sugar.
  3. Place the balls on an ungreased baking sheet.
  4. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 to 12 minutes until lightly browned.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

770 kcal 38% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.2g 18% DV
Total Fat 38.1g 49% DV
Carbs 108.1g 39% DV
Fiber 11.9g 42% DV
Sugar 25.8g 52% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 553.8mg 24% DV
Potassium 945.5mg 20% DV
Cholesterol 70.3mg 23% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 29.8mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 9.5mg 11% DV
Calcium 360.5mg 28% DV
Iron 7mg 39% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

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

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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