Molasses Bar Cookies
Indulge in the rich, spiced flavors of Molasses Bar Cookies, a classic treat perfect for cozy afternoons or holiday gatherings. Packed with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, and sweetened with earthy molasses and brown sugar, these soft and chewy bars are a nostalgic nod to traditional baking. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe combines pantry staples to create a delightfully aromatic batter that bakes to golden perfection in under 20 minutes. Serve these molasses bars on their own, or pair them with a steaming cup of tea or coffee for a comforting dessert. Ideal for sharing, this batch yields 12 servings and stays fresh for days, making it a delicious addition to any cookie platter or snack stash.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cup Molasses
- 1 Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Beat until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with only a few moist crumbs.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares or rectangles.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3281 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.5 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.1 g | 465% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 574 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 2644 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 454.8 g | 165% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 266.7 g | ||
| Protein | 33.0 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 586 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 21.2 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 2937 mg | 62% | |
*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.
