Description

These perfectly chewy Molasses Cookies combine deep molasses flavor with warm spices for the ultimate holiday treat. Featuring cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, this recipe creates soft, flavorful cookies that fill your kitchen with nostalgic aroma and joy.

Ingredients

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2¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground ginger
½ tsp ground cloves
¼ tsp salt
¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
¼ cup unsulfured molasses
1 large egg
¼ cup granulated sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt in a medium bowl.
Cream butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
Add molasses and egg, mixing until smooth and well combined.
Gradually stir in dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
Wrap dough and chill for 30 minutes to enhance flavor and texture.
Roll chilled dough into 1½-inch balls, then roll in granulated sugar to coat.
Place on prepared sheets 2 inches apart and bake for 9-11 minutes, until edges are set but centers are soft.
Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to finish cooling.

Notes

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Chilling the dough enhances flavor and prevents spreading, creating the perfect chewy texture. Add a slice of bread to the container to keep cookies soft.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 11 minutes per batch
Category: Dessert
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 138
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 95mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: molasses cookies, chewy cookies, holiday baking, spiced cookies, Christmas cookies