Description

These chewy molasses ginger cookies offer a perfect balance of soft texture and warm, spiced flavor with molasses, ginger, and cinnamon. Easy to make in five simple steps, they are ideal for cozy fall treats or holiday gifting.

Ingredients

Scale

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (280g)
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 tablespoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (170g)
1 cup packed brown sugar (200g)
1 large egg
1/3 cup molasses (80ml)
1/4 cup granulated sugar (50g) for rolling dough balls

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
Using an electric mixer, cream softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Alternatively, mix by hand until creamy.
Beat in the egg until fully combined, then add molasses and mix until smooth and glossy.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed or stirring by hand until just combined. Do not overmix.
Scoop dough into 1 ½-inch balls and roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat.
Place dough balls about 2 inches apart on parchment-lined baking sheets.
Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges look set but centers remain soft.
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use fresh ground spices for best flavor. Softened butter is essential for texture. Do not overbake to keep cookies chewy. Rolling dough balls in granulated sugar adds a slight crunch. Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to maintain softness. Dough can be refrigerated up to 3 days before baking. Cookies freeze well for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 12 minutes
Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximat
Calories: 150
Sugar: 12
Sodium: 150
Fat: 6
Saturated Fat: 3.5
Carbohydrates: 24
Fiber: 1
Protein: 2

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