Fat Archies Recipes

CAPE BRETON MOLASSES BISCUITS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350º F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl cream the butter and sugar.
• Beat in the egg, then the molasses and milk.
• In a separate bowl whisk the flour, baking soda, salt and spices.
• Stir dry into the wet mixture in two additions (don't over mix).
• Scrape dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll or pat ½" thick.
• Cut into rounds and prick with a fork.
• Bake 16-18 minutes, until the tops just bounce back.
• Let cool on the pan.

FAT ARCHIES

Steps:

• Sift together the flour, salt, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. Set aside.
• Cream the butter with the brown sugar, granulated sugar and egg. Beat in the molasses. Add the flour mixture.
• Combine the boiling water with the baking soda and mix into the cookie batter to make a soft dough.
• Roll out on a floured surface and cut into 3-inch rounds. Place on a well oiled or parchment paper lined baking sheet.
• Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until puffed and brown.