Pumpkin Molasses Cookies
Molasses cookies are a family favorite. When I announced I was going to make a pumpkin version of them I received quite a few whines and a couple of “why mess with a good thing?” But I was not deterred. I was on a cookie making mission and could not be swayed one way or the other. And boy was I glad I didn’t listen to anyone’s negative comments, because this recipe ended up being another family favorite.
They are a little more fluffy than my original molasses cookies, but still just as good. This recipe only uses about half of a pumpkin puree can, so if you need ideas for using the rest then go check this recipe out!
Pumpkin Molasses Cookies
Ingredients
- ¾ cup shortening
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup dark molasses
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp ginger
- ½ tsp ground cloves
- ½ Tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup raw sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Place either parchment paper or silicone pads on baking sheets. Combine shortening, pumpkin puree, white sugar, molasses, egg and vanilla in mixing bowl; mixing between adding each ingredient. In a separate bowl, combine flour, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
- Once the wet ingredients are thoroughly blended together, add the dry ingredients in 1/3 at a time, mixing in between each adding. Once mixed, roll the dough into tablespoon-sized balls, then roll around in the raw sugar. Place on the baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes.
- For a more gooie cookie on the inside, bake for 8 minutes, for a crisper cookie bake for 10 minutes. Be sure not to crowd the baking pan, these cookies do spread out.
Do you like pumpkin? I’ve found it really is either you love it or you don’t. Personally I do like pumpkin, but not in pie. I much prefer it in other ways, especially savory recipes. Is pumpkin a must for you during this season? What are some of your favorite recipes that involve pumpkin puree?
Hope y’all are having an amazing week. Stay safe, be kind, and hug your loved ones.
