Orsinger Scotch Cookies

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Cuisine: American

Orsinger Scotch Cookies are flavorful, spicy treats with rich molasses and warming cinnamon, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy afternoons with friends and family.

Be the first to rate this recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup oleo or Crisco
  • 1/2 cup dark molasses
  • 3 eggs
  • 4 cups flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 egg for brushing

Instructions

  1. Cream sugar and oleo or Crisco until light and fluffy.
  2. Add dark molasses and mix thoroughly.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.
  6. Add additional flour if the dough is too sticky to roll out.
  7. Roll out the dough to 1/4-inch thickness on a floured surface.
  8. Cut into 3-inch diameter circles.
  9. Brush each cookie with the well-beaten egg.
  10. Bake at 300°F for 5 minutes, then turn the cookie sheet and bake an additional 5 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

446 kcal 22% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.7g 15% DV
Total Fat 10.2g 13% DV
Carbs 85.5g 31% DV
Fiber 2.1g 8% DV
Sugar 6.5g 13% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9709.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 389mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 130.3mg 43% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 31.5mcg 4% DV
Vitamin C 9.4mg 10% DV
Calcium 1638.5mg 100% DV
Iron 5.4mg 30% DV
Diet fit Low-fat
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).

American recipes → Vegetarian recipes → All recipes →