Joe Froggers Molasses Cookies – Easy Recipes for a Classic Treat
These Joe Froggers Molasses Cookies are a soft, chewy classic with rich molasses flavor and a hint of spice—perfect for easy recipes and holiday baking!
Servings: 36 cookies
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup hot water
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 3/4 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground allspice
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, stir the baking soda into hot water until dissolved. Mix in molasses and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, shortening, and sugar. Add salt and spices; mix well.
- Pour the molasses mixture into the creamed mixture and stir until combined.
- Gradually add flour, mixing until a dough forms. Divide into two portions, wrap in plastic, and chill overnight.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Roll out dough on a floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut with a round cutter.
- Place on parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack.