I want to make ginger snap cookies and don't have any molasses. Does anyone have a improvision?
2006-10-22 08:25:06 · 7 answers · asked by MarthaB 1 in Food & Drink ➔ Cooking & Recipes
Never fear! There are *always* substitutions available! :o) Try dark corn syrup or maple syrup (works well in gingerbread cookies). Honey and brown sugar (Substitute 1.5 cups brown sugar for every 1 cup molasses) can also be used.
The overall flavor will be changed just a little, but the consistency will remain the same. Good luck with your baking!
2006-10-22 09:58:27 · answer #1 · answered by southernserendipiti 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I tried using various substitutes, but came to the conclusion that molasses is quite a unique ingredient. Also, I found out that they have them in any supermarket. They work the best really. I made gingerbread with it for the first time this week and it was so much better than the ones I made before with the substitutes!
2006-10-22 09:39:28 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Not really. Molasses is pretty unique in taste and texture. You could use dark corn syrup in a pinch, but the flavor will be off.
2006-10-22 08:34:47 · answer #3 · answered by north79004487 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No reason why you shouldn't use black treacle. Though perhaps you should buy a jar of molasses and try the genuine article. I regularly eat a teaspoonful as it is packed with minerals and vitamins and is very good for you. It's similar in taste to black treacle, though stronger and has a very slight bitterness which is quite pleasant.
2016-05-21 22:52:50 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can use a thick syrup made up from dark brown sugar (2 parts) and water (1 part). Disolve sugar in warm to hot water whisking until sugar has melted totally.
2006-10-22 08:34:15 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dark corn syrup (in the same amount), but the taste will not be the same.
2006-10-22 08:29:05 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
honey
2006-10-22 08:43:20 · answer #7 · answered by DASH 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋