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Molasses cookies
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 430 kcal —
- Protein 5.6 g 11%
- Carbohydrate 73 g 26%
- Fat 13 g 16%
- Saturated fat 3.2 g 16%
- Fibre 1 g 4%
- Sugars 18 g —
- Sodium 459 mg 20%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.11 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 5.5 µg 5%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.36 mg 30%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.26 mg 20%
- Niacin (B3) 3 mg 19%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.41 mg 8%
- Vitamin B6 0.1 mg 6%
- Folate (B9) 89 µg 22%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 8.4 mg 2%
Minerals
- Calcium 74 mg 6%
- Iron 6.4 mg 36%
- Magnesium 52 mg 12%
- Phosphorus 95 mg 8%
- Potassium 346 mg 7%
- Zinc 0.45 mg 4%
- Copper 0.37 mg 41%
- Manganese 1.3 mg 55%
- Selenium 5.6 µg 10%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 | 5.6 g | 73 g | 13 g |
| 1 × oz | 28.4 g | 122 | 1.6 g | 21 g | 3.6 g |
| 1 × large (3-1/2" to 4" dia) (include Archway brand) | 32 g | 138 | 1.8 g | 23 g | 4.1 g |
| 1 × medium | 15 g | 65 | 0.8 g | 11 g | 1.9 g |
| 1 × cookie, Little Debbie | 20 g | 86 | 1.1 g | 15 g | 2.6 g |
| 2 × oz | 56.7 g | 244 | 3.2 g | 41 g | 7.3 g |
| ½ × oz | 14.2 g | 61 | 0.8 g | 10 g | 1.8 g |
| 3 × oz | 85.1 g | 366 | 4.8 g | 62 g | 11 g |
| 4 × oz | 113.4 g | 488 | 6.4 g | 83 g | 15 g |
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Questions about Molasses cookies
How do you keep molasses cookies soft?
Let them cool on the baking tray for a few minutes, then store them in an airtight tin once fully cool. A small piece of bread in the tin can help keep them soft; replace it when it dries out.
Why do molasses cookies crack on top?
The cracks form as the outside sets and the centre continues to spread in the oven. For a pronounced crackle, roll the dough balls in granulated sugar before baking and take the cookies out while their centres still look slightly soft.
How long should you bake molasses cookies?
Bake them at 175 °C for about 9–12 minutes, depending on their size. The edges should look set, but the centres may still seem soft; they firm up as they cool.
Can you use blackstrap molasses in molasses cookies?
You can, but blackstrap is darker, more bitter and less sweet than ordinary baking molasses, so it can dominate the spices. Use a mild, unsulphured molasses for the familiar flavour, or replace only part of it with blackstrap.
Can you freeze molasses cookie dough?
Yes. Shape the dough into balls, freeze them on a tray until firm, then store them in a sealed freezer bag. Bake from frozen at the recipe temperature, adding a minute or two to the baking time.
What goes well with molasses cookies?
Their warm ginger, cinnamon and clove flavours pair well with tea, coffee or a glass of milk. Crumble one over vanilla ice cream, or serve it alongside a mild, creamy dessert.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 172724 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
