Easy Molasses Buns

Why Make This Recipe

Easy Molasses Buns are a warm and tasty treat that remind many of childhood and family gatherings. The sweet and slightly spicy flavor of molasses gives these buns a special taste that’s perfect with tea or coffee. They are soft, moist, and have a lovely texture.

This recipe is also very simple. You don’t need fancy tools or special skills to make it. Even if you’ve never baked buns before, you can follow these steps easily. These buns are made with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.

Molasses buns are great for breakfast, snacks, or even as a side with soup. You can enjoy them plain or with a little butter. They stay soft for a few days, and you can even freeze them to enjoy later.

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How to Make Easy Molasses Buns

Ingredients:

• 1 cup molasses
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup butter (or margarine)
• 2 tablespoons baking soda
• 2 cups boiling water
• 5 cups flour
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons ground cloves
• 2 teaspoons allspice
• 1 teaspoon salt

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, mix the molasses, sugar, and butter until smooth.
2. Add the baking soda to the boiling water, stir well, and pour it into the molasses mixture.
3. In another bowl, mix the flour, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, and salt.
4. Slowly add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients. Stir until fully combined.
5. Pour the batter into greased muffin or bun pans.
6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Let them cool slightly before serving.