Carrot-Molasses Cookies

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Carrot-Molasses Cookies

1 package carrot cake mix
1/4 cup butter or margarine--softened
2 Tablespons light molasses
2 eggs
1/2 cup chopped nuts, if desired
1 tub cream cheese ready to spread frosting, if desired

Beat half of the cake mix (dry), the butter, molasses and eggs in a large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth, or mix with a spoon. Stir in remaining cake mix and nuts. Refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled.

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease cookie sheet.

Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls about 2 inches apart onto cookie sheet.
Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are set (centers will be soft).
Remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely. Frost with frosting.