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WWII Oatmeal Molasses Cookies Recipe

WWII Oatmeal Molasses Cookies Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups oatmeal
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup shortening
2 eggs, beaten
5 tbsp light molasses
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a large bowl, stir together the flour, oatmeal, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
In another large bowl, beat the sugar with the shortening until smooth and creamy; mix in beaten eggs, molasses, and vanilla. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients. Stir in walnuts and raisins. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until slightly browned. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	1274.96 Kcal (5338 kJ)
Calories from fat	498.78 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	55.42g	85%
Cholesterol	81.84mg	27%
Sodium	1475.05mg	61%
Potassium	1032.94mg	22%
Total Carbs	173.96g	58%
Sugars	59.06g	236%
Dietary Fiber	9.17g	37%
Protein	22.94g	46%
Vitamin C	1.3mg	2%
Iron	7.1mg	40%
Calcium	224.1mg	22%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	375.17 Kcal (1571 kJ)
Calories from fat	146.77 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	16.31g	85%
Cholesterol	24.08mg	27%
Sodium	434.05mg	61%
Potassium	303.95mg	22%
Total Carbs	51.19g	58%
Sugars	17.38g	236%
Dietary Fiber	2.7g	37%
Protein	6.75g	46%
Vitamin C	0.4mg	2%
Iron	2.1mg	40%
Calcium	66mg	22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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