Ingredients and Weight:
- Blackstrap molasses: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Unrefined sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Softened unsalted butter: 1 cup (2 sticks, 225g)
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Chopped nuts or chocolate chips: 1/2 cup (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
- Add the blackstrap molasses and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Stir in the chopped nuts or chocolate chips (if using).
- Roll the dough into small balls and place on an ungreased cookie sheet.
- Flatten slightly with a spoon or your hands.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are set and golden brown.
- Cool on the cookie sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Each cookie provides approximately 200 calories.
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- These cookies have a unique flavor from the blackstrap molasses, which gives them a rich and slightly bitter taste.
- The cookies are soft and chewy with a slight crunch on the edges.
- The addition of nuts or chocolate chips adds a delightful crunch and enhances the flavor.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The blackstrap molasses gives them a unique flavor that I really love." - John Doe
- "I added chocolate chips to these cookies and they were delicious. A great way to use up blackstrap molasses." - Jane Smith
- "These cookies are perfect for a winter treat. The flavor is rich and cozy." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use blackstrap molasses, as it has a unique flavor that is different from regular molasses.
- If you can't find blackstrap molasses at your local supermarket, you can find it online or in specialty food stores.
- For best results, use unsalted butter and unrefined sugar to enhance the flavor of the cookies.
