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Molasses Pepper Cookies

Serves 9 $1.31 est. / serving

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Molasses Pepper Cookies
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  1. 01

    Using an electric mixer, beat the shortening, zest and sugar until fluffy, approximately 3-5 minutes. Add the molasses followed by the egg, vanilla, orange extract and Grand Marnier and combine well.

  2. 02

    In a separate bowl, whisk the remaining dry ingredients (except the white sugar) together, then slowly pour into the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.

  3. 03

    When ready to bake, shape dough into 1 tablespoon balls, roll in white sugar and set on baking sheet. Sprinkle with extra black pepper. Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes.

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Photo of Moravian Molasses Cookies — Foodista. Source-provided contributor credit: By Foodista member purplehousedirt

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  • Plain kosher salt

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  • Black pepper

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  • Plain ground nutmeg

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  • Sugar

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