Monday, November 28, 2016

Greek Yogurt Molasses Cookies


By: The Food Hunter

It recently occurred to me that although I love molasses cookies the only time they cross my mind is from late October through December. There's something about the light brown crinkle topped cookies that puts me in the mood for the holidays.

Always looking to lighten up a recipe, but never willing to comprise on taste I decided to experiment with replacing some of the butter in molasses cookies with Greek yogurt. The result was a softer, chewier and tastier cookie, than normal and one I found irresistible.

The next time you are hankering for a molasses cookie I suggest you give these a try.



Greek Yogurt Molasses Cookies
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup Stonyfield Greek Yogurt
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup molasses
2 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 large eggs
3 1/2 cups King Arthur all-purpose flour

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 mins. Add the molasses and continue mixing. Add the baking soda, salt, and spices. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Stir in the flour.

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a baking sheet. Scoop dough into balls and roll them in granulated sugar. Bake for 10-12 minutes. Remove to a cooling rack before eating.

I have an ongoing relationship with Stonyfield as a member of the Clean Plate Club. I receive product, coupons and compensation for posts featuring their products. As always, all opinions are 100% my own 

16 comments:

  1. YEPPPPPP! I AM SO SO SO SO SO baking cookies this weekend! DONE DEAL!

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  2. Molasses cookies are so good. The use of yogurt for sure would make them even moister. Would love a couple of these right now.

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  3. I never thought about adding greek yogurt into crinkle top cookies. Sounds like a wonderful and tasty idea! Mmmmmm!

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  4. Never thought of adding Greek yogurt to cookies, what a great idea

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  5. These cookies looks amazing! I can only imagine how great they taste. Yum!

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  6. Molasses cookies are so yummy! Great idea to add yogurt!

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  7. Your cookies are so cute! They look really yummy too.

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  8. Can't wait for the weekend-that's my baking time! Trying these!

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  9. Can't wait to try this recipe! I wonder if I can substitute a gluten free flour?

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  10. I'm the same way - love molasses and spice type cookies...but only ever think of them this time of year. These sound awesome, love the Greek Yogurt in them!

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  11. I love baking with greek yogurt - look good!

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  12. crinkle topped cookies are totally Christmas in cookie form to me!!

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  13. Molasses cookies are some of my favorites, the addition of Greek yogurt sounds great!

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  14. Molasses cookies are a must here during the holidays! The Greek yogurt is such a great idea!

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