Shoo-Fly Cookies
Description
These Shoo-Fly Cookies offer a dense, cake-like texture reminiscent of traditional Shoo-Fly pie but in a convenient handheld form. The deep, robust flavor of molasses is balanced by sweet corn syrup and warm spices, creating a dessert that is both nostalgic and comforting. Ideal for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or as a unique gift, these cookies have a moist, fudgy interior topped with a crunchy cinnamon-nutmeg crumb layer. They are best served at room temperature to allow the flavors to fully develop.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 325&# 194;°F (165ðC).
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Line a 9x13 inch rectangular baking dish with pie pastry, crimping the edges well to secure the dough so it does not slip during baking.
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In a food processor or mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
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In a medium heat-proof bowl, whisk together the molasses, light corn syrup, salt, and baking soda.
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Pour the boiling water into the molasses mixture and stir until fully dissolved and combined.
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Pour half of the liquid molasses mixture into the pastry-lined dish.
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Sprinkle one-third of the crumb topping evenly over the liquid.
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Pour the remaining liquid molasses mixture over the crumbs.
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Sprinkle the remaining two-thirds of the crumb topping evenly over the top.
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Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, watching carefully in the first 15 minutes. If the pastry edges begin to slip down the sides, gently pat them back up with a knife.
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Bake until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
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Allow to cool completely in the dish before cutting into 1.5-inch squares.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 85.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.0g0%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 97503.3mg4063%
- Total Carbohydrate 24.4g9%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 18.3g
- Protein 0.0g0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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