Best 6 Frosted Molasses Bars Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Frosted Molasses Bars, a classic treat with a delightful combination of flavors and textures. These irresistible bars feature a chewy molasses-infused base topped with a rich and creamy vanilla frosting. Dive into the detailed recipes provided in this article to create these luscious treats from scratch. Explore variations such as the decadent Chocolate Frosted Molasses Bars, where the frosting is infused with cocoa powder for an extra layer of chocolatey indulgence. For those seeking a gluten-free option, discover the secrets behind the scrumptious Gluten-Free Frosted Molasses Bars, a delightful alternative that maintains the same level of flavor and satisfaction. Additionally, uncover the secrets behind the luscious Vegan Frosted Molasses Bars, a plant-based rendition that caters to dietary preferences without compromising taste. Embark on a culinary journey with these diverse recipes and relish the timeless charm of Frosted Molasses Bars in all their variations.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MOLASSES BARS



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These are my Grandma Marion's Molasses Bars, also known as hermit bars. Chewy, delicious sweet bars for the molasses lovers!

Provided by Karlynn Johnston

Categories     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups of white sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup and 2 tablespoons of margarine (or butter)
2 small eggs
1 1/2 cups of raisins
1/2 cup of molasses
3 1/4 cups of flour
2 teaspoons rounded baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
dash of allspice

Steps:

  • Kick the tires and light the fires to 375 °F.
  • Cream the sugars and the margarine together. Add in your two eggs and beat in completely.
  • Add in the molasses to the margarine/sugar mix and mix in thoroughly.
  • Whisk together the dry ingredients.
  • Combine the wet and dry and mix well.Then add in your raisins.
  • Divide the dough into two pieces, and from each half form three long rolls on a cookie sheet.
  • Build them up as high as you can and they fit across a baking sheet, width-wise. When you build them up, you get a thicker, chewier bar.
  • Bake them in the oven at 375 for 13-15 minutes, and do not over/under bake. This from my grandma's instructions. So they need to be baked until the edges are cooked and the middle slightly still underdone.
  • Slice them across into about 8-10 squares when they are fully cooled, needless to say, this recipe makes a large amount, you can end up with 40-60 of the little bars!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 30 g, Calories 198 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 123 mg, Sugar 17 g

FROSTED MOLASSES BARS



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I don't remember where I found this recipe, but I happen to love Molasses, and this is fantastic!

Provided by Nancy Dunn

Categories     Other Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 c sifted flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp cloves
1/2 c shortening
1/2 c sugar
1 egg
1/2 c molasses
1/3 c water

Steps:

  • 1. Sift flour with baking powder, salt, soda, cinnamon and cloves; set aside. Beat shortening and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy; beat in egg, 1/2 cup molasses and 1/3 cup water. At low speed, beat in flour mixture just until combined. Turn into prepared pan. (Lightly greased 9 x 13 pan). Bake 20 - 25 minutes or until knife comes out clean. Frost while still warm by mixing 2 Tbls. melted butter, 1 cup sifted powdered sugar, and 1 Tbls. molasses together and spreading over warm molasses bars. (Add a tiny bit of water if necessary) Cool; cut into 2 inch bars. (These bake like brownies! EASY AND DELICIOUS!)
  • 2. BAKE AT 350*.

FROSTED MOLASSES COOKIES



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If my family knows I've baked these cookies, they're sure to gobble them up in a hurry.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 8 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
3 large egg yolks, room temperature
1 cup molasses
1/2 cup water
5 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking soda
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
FROSTING:
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 egg whites
1/4 cup water
1 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolks, molasses and water. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until easy to handle., On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. round cookie cutter. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until edges are firm. Remove to wire racks to cool. , For frosting, combine the sugar, egg whites and water in a small heavy saucepan over low heat. With a hand mixer, beat on low speed for 1 minute. Continue beating on low over low heat until frosting reaches 160°, about 8-10 minutes. Pour into the bowl of a heavy-duty stand mixer; add confectioners' sugar. Beat on high until frosting forms stiff peaks, about 7 minutes. Frost cookies. Let stand until dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 132mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

FROSTED MOLASSES BARS



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This is a quick and easy recipe that you can make for an after dinner dessert, or just a sweet to have with your coffee -

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup nutmeats
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Cream shortening, sugar and egg. Add Molasses and vanilla. Sift dry ingredients. Add alternately with milk. Add nuts and raisins.
  • Bake in 9x9-inch pan at 350F for 35 minutes.
  • Frost with Molassses Butter Frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.6, Fat 15, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 165.4, Carbohydrate 49.9, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 23.8, Protein 5

MOLASSES BAR COOKIES



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Make and share this Molasses Bar Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by alvinakatz

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 1 pan

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon mace
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1/3 cup butter
1/3 cup white sugar
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 beaten egg
1/4 cup milk
1/3 cup molasses

Steps:

  • Cream the butter and the sugars then add the egg.
  • Combine the milk and molasses and add to the dough.
  • Sift together the flour, soda, salt and spices and slowly stir inches.
  • Bake in an ungreased 13x9 pan for 25 minutes in a 300 degree oven.
  • Do not cut into bars until cool - they will crumble and break otherwise.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1756.4, Fat 69.7, SaturatedFat 42.3, Cholesterol 357.1, Sodium 2546.8, Carbohydrate 275.8, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 200.6, Protein 15.7

MOLASSES CAKE BARS



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Make and share this Molasses Cake Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Aroostook

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1/2 cup molasses
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup very strong coffee (or 1/2 c. water mixed with 1 tsp instant coffee)
confectioners' sugar or icing, of your choice

Steps:

  • Grease a 9x13 pan and preheat oven to 350F Cream shortening and sugar until fluffy Add beaten egg, coffee/water and molasses.
  • Mix well.
  • Sift together dry ingredients and add to wet.
  • Mix well Pour into pan and bake 25 minutes.
  • While still warm sprinkle w/ confectionary sugar or glace with a thin icing.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use unsulphured molasses. It has a richer flavor and will give your bars a deeper color.
  • If you don't have brown sugar, you can make your own by combining 1 cup granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon molasses.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the bars tough.
  • Bake the bars until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking will make the bars dry.
  • Let the bars cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

Frosted molasses bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their chewy texture, rich molasses flavor, and creamy frosting, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give frosted molasses bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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