So, I bought a big bottle of molasses at the store, and LordHelpMe if I don't use it all up by Springtime.
I'm the laziest of bakers. I don't wipe away the excess molasses that drips after pouring. So, after a few recipes, the jar is sticky and leaving a black ring on any surface it touches. (I'm so making my Mom cringe right now. She just may drive up from Texas and clean my pantry for me). I really shouldn't mention that my maple syrup jug is so crusty from drips that the lid doesn't close anymore. We could talk about my honey pot, but I won't go there. My Mom is sweating enough already. Have you ever seen that Friends episode where Monica wants to clean the house of a messy girl that Ross is dating? That's basically the way my Mom feels every time she enters my house.
So now that you basically think I'm a slob (I'm totally not, I swear), let's talk about molasses cookies. They're chewy, spicy, and crinkly and crispy all at once.
I really wanted to call these cookies 'The Best Christmas Cookie.' Or, 'It's not the holidays without this cookie.' But, chewy molasses cookies is what I settled on. Just so you can find it if you're googling later.
These cookies are picture-perfect. The dough comes together like a dream, and after a quick chill and rolling, what comes out of your oven is 12 perfectly puffy, crackled cookies. They look like a bakery mass-produced them in perfect little spheres. And the sparkles? It looks like a holiday fairy came down and shimmied her little butt on top.
For maximum sparkle, I used raw sugar crystals. You probably know it by the brand name 'Sugar in the Raw.' It's the stuff in the brown box and little brown paper sachets. And while this isn't a paid endorsement, I can say that this is my new favorite way to make cookies sparkle. I used to buy sanding sugar in the cookie decorating aisle, but I discovered that Sugar in The Raw has larger crystals, which equals more shine. And I'm all about the shine.
They taste like Christmas spice and everything nice.
Just don't use blackstrap molasses. That stuff will ruin your day, I tell ya.
Since these cookies only use an egg yolk, check out my ways to use leftover egg whites.
These chewy molasses cookies are a family favorite.Molasses Cookies
Ingredients
Instructions
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12
Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 129Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 159mgCarbohydrates: 20gFiber: 0gSugar: 12gProtein: 2g
Stephanie says
Those jars are no joke if you don't clean them off, ha! These look so perfect....I'd triple the recipe :)
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says
Love your cookies! Also, may I share my solution, since I am also a lazy butt when it comes to drips from molasses, agave, maple syrup, boiled cider, etc. I put the jar in one of those thin sandwich bags (it won't come all the way up the sides, but that doesn't matter), and when the bag gets disgusting after 15 uses or so, I use another bag. Boom done. Try it!
Paula - bell'alimento says
I'm a sucker for chewy cookies and I totally don't clean my jars either lol ; )
Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says
I'm the same way! Usually I'm very neat but in the kitchen...messes happen lol. I love molasses and I love how comforting and homey these cookies look. Just...they say Christmas and happiness to me :)
Amy @ Thoroughly Nourished Life says
Firstly, you look adorable all snuggled up in your winter warmers. Secondly, these cookies sound like an absolute must for the holidays! The flavours sound amazing, and they look so sparkly and pretty - that Christmas fairy must be proud :)
Renee - Kudos Kitchen says
HaHa! I love how you talk about your molasses jar, and making your mom cringe. I'm the same way with mine and I think of my fastidious mom all the time when I don't wipe the jars. Your cookies look delicious and your photos are so warm and inviting. Very cozy!
Kat says
Hmm, my cookies are really pretty but they have pretty strong metallic flavor. Not sure what went wrong? I definitely took time to mix in the baking soda.
Christina Lane says
This is a common issue with old baking soda. I highly recommend a high-quality baking soda for baking, like a Bob's Red Mill brand. And definitely not baking soda that's been open for a long time.
Matea says
Ok, so your outfit is beyond cute! What are those cute little hand leg-warmers called and were can I get me some?
Also, so glad I found this recipe! I made chewy molasses cookies last year but haven't been able to find the recipe again :)
Krista @ Joyful Healthy Eats says
Ok.... I officially want that sweater and these cookies! Ah-mazing!
Jennie @onesweetmess says
I'm the same way when it comes to storing molasses. I do the same thing with vanilla extract. Most everything in my baking cabinet is flour-coated. These cookies are perfection!
Melanie | Melanie Makes says
These photos are just down right dreamy, my friend.