SOFT MOLASSES COOKIES
· ¾ to 1 cup sugar
· 1 ¼ cup oil
· 3 eggs
· ¼ cup blackstrap molasses
· ¼ cup maple syrup
· 4 cups whole spelt flour
· 4 tsp. baking powder
· 2 tsp. cinnamon
· 1 tbsp. ground ginger
· ½ tsp. salt
· ¾ cup ground walnuts
Directions
1. Beat sugar, oil and eggs well for a few minutes
2. Add all the other ingredients, leaving the walnuts for last
3. Blend well, then add walnuts and mix for a minute
4. Form balls to the desired size, place onto a cookie sheet and flatten
5. Roll each cookie into sugar (optional)
7. Bake for 15 minutes or until slightly firm to the touch
8. Let cool before handling
Ø These are simple to make, healthy, and delicious. You can make them regular or large. Before baking, you can press a half a walnut or a cluster of pine nuts into the center. For a creative finish, scribble some dark or white chocolate on top