Crackle Top Molasses Cookies

The molasses cookies from this recipe taste like gingersnaps thanks to the use of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.

• Calories: 149 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 egg
• 1 cup white sugar
• ½ teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• ⅓ cup white sugar
• ⅔ cup vegetable oil
• ¼ cup molasses

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).

Step 2

In a large bowl mix oil and 1 cup of sugar. Add egg, beat well. Stir in molasses, 2 cups flour, baking soda and spices. If necessary, add more flour to make a firm dough.

Step 3

Shape dough into 1 1/4 inch balls. Roll in 1/3 cup sugar. Place 3 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake 12 to 14 minutes or until tops crack. Remove from baking sheet and cool on rack.