WWII Oatmeal Molasses Cookies

A bite of history, these yummy oatmeal cookies use molasses instead of brown sugar, which was a rationed ingredient during World War II.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 97 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 cups oatmeal
• 5 tablespoons light molasses
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
• 0.75 cup shortening
• 0.5 cup raisins

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Whisk flour, oatmeal, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl.

Step 3

Beat sugar and shortening together in a large bowl until smooth and creamy. Beat in molasses, eggs, and vanilla. Gradually beat in flour mixture. Stir in walnuts and raisins. Drop teaspoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven until slightly browned, 10 to 12 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.