Best 6 Molasses Raisin Chews Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade Molasses Raisin Chews with this collection of delectable recipes. These chewy, soft, and flavorful treats are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. Whether you prefer classic molasses raisin chews or crave a twist with added ingredients like chocolate chips, nuts, or spices, this article has something for every taste.

From the timeless traditional molasses raisin chews to innovative variations like the chewy molasses raisin cookies or the gooey molasses raisin bars, these recipes offer a range of textures and flavors. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes are perfect for bakers of all skill levels. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a sweet journey of creating irresistible molasses raisin chews that will be loved by all.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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

MOLASSES RAISIN COOKIES



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These old-fashioned mildly sweet cookies are dotted with walnuts and raisins. We like them soft right from the oven. Later, they crisp up and are perfect for dunking.-Denise and George Hymel, Gramercy, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup molasses
2 eggs
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar. Beat in molasses. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, salt and cloves; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in raisins and nuts., Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CHEWY RAISIN MOLASSES COOKIES



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Molasses adds a little more flavor to a traditional oatmeal raisin cookie. My husband loves the soft and chewy texture of these cookies. The recipe is from his mother.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups raisins
1/2 cup shortening
1-1/4 cups sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup molasses
2 cups quick-cooking oats
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Place raisins in a bowl. Cover with boiling water; let stand for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in molasses. Combine the oats, flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in raisins. , Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts :

CHEWY OATMEAL-RAISIN COOKIES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 1 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/4 cups rolled oats
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 stick unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons molasses
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Combine the oats, flour, cinnamon, baking powder and salt in a large bowl. Beat the butter, sugar and molasses in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until fluffy, about 5 minutes. Beat in the egg and vanilla until smooth, about 2 more minutes. Reduce the mixer speed to low, add the flour mixture and beat until combined. Stir in the raisins by hand. For the best flavor and texture, cover the dough and chill at least 4 hours, or overnight.
  • Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven; preheat to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Form the dough into 12 balls, about 2 tablespoonfuls each, and arrange 3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Flatten with the back of a fork. Bake until the cookies are golden, 15 to 17 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to racks to cool completely.

MOLASSES RAISIN MUFFINS



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These healthy, moist, and delicious Molasses Raisin Muffins are a perfect way to start each morning.

Provided by Kathilee and Emma

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Whole Wheat Muffin Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups plain yogurt
1 egg, beaten
⅓ cup molasses
1 cup raisins
½ cup wheat germ
1 cup quick cooking oats
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
1 ¼ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups.
  • Beat together the yogurt, egg, molasses, raisins, wheat germ, oats, and butter in a large bowl until evenly mixed. Sift the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt on top of the molasses mixture. Fold the flour mixture into the molasses until a batter has formed. Pour batter into muffin cups, filling to the top.
  • Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the middle of a muffin comes out clean, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.2 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Cholesterol 25.6 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 289.4 mg, Sugar 15.2 g

MOLASSES RAISIN CHEWS



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When I was a child, we always looked forward to visiting my aunt's farm. As soon as we arrived, she'd offer a plate of these chewy treats. We called them 'Cry Baby Cookies' because we thought the three raisins on each one resembled two eyes and an open mouth.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 20m

Yield 33

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup molasses
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1 cup raisins

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in molasses. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition.
  • Drop by heaping tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Arrange three raisins on each cookie. Bake at 350 degrees F for 10-12 minutes or until set. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 0.6 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 98.7 mg, Sugar 14.6 g

Tips:

1. Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, measure and prepare all of your ingredients. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling while you're cooking. 2. Use Fresh Ingredients: Whenever possible, use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture. 3. Don't Overmix: When mixing the dough, be careful not to overmix it. Overmixing can make the cookies tough. 4. Chill the Dough: Chilling the dough before baking helps to develop the flavor and makes it easier to handle. 5. Use a Cookie Scoop: Using a cookie scoop helps to ensure that your cookies are all the same size and shape. 6. Don't Crowd the Pan: When baking the cookies, don't crowd them on the pan. Leave plenty of space between the cookies so that they can bake evenly. 7. Bake Until Golden Brown: Bake the cookies until they are golden brown around the edges. This is a sign that they are done baking. 8. Let the Cookies Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

Molasses raisin chews are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their chewy texture, sweet and tangy flavor, and abundance of raisins, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give molasses raisin chews a try. You won't be disappointed!

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