Joe Froggers
Transport your taste buds to the rich history of New England with Joe Froggers—a soft, oversized molasses cookie that blends warm spices, dark molasses, and a splash of rum for a uniquely bold flavor. Perfectly chewy with a hint of ginger and nutmeg, these cookies are a nostalgic reminder of maritime traditions. Named after a legendary tavern owner in Colonial Massachusetts, Joe Froggers boast a delightful balance of sweetness and spice, making them a standout treat for any occasion. This recipe’s simple ingredients and straightforward techniques yield a batch of 24 generously sized cookies that stay tender for days—or can be frozen for future indulgence. Whether served with coffee or enjoyed as a snack, these molasses cookies are a timeless classic that invites you to savor history in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cup Dark molasses
- 0.25 cup Hot water
- 2 tablespoons Rum
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and salt. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed.
Slowly beat the molasses into the butter and sugar mixture until fully incorporated.
In a small bowl, combine the hot water and rum. Stir this liquid mixture into the wet ingredients.
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms. The dough will be sticky.
Divide the dough into two equal portions, flatten each portion into a disc, wrap them in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. This chilling helps make the dough easier to handle.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one dough disc to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter (around 3 inches in diameter) to cut out cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch of space between cookies.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Do not overbake.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Repeat the rolling, cutting, and baking process with the second dough disc.
Store Joe Froggers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. These cookies also freeze well for longer storage!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
152 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.3 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 98 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 101 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
