Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies
Get ready to indulge in the perfect holiday treat with these irresistibly **Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies**! Bursting with the warm, aromatic spices of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, these cookies feature a rich molasses flavor and a soft, chewy texture that will keep you coming back for more. Rolled in a glistening coat of sugar before baking, they boast a delicate crunch on the outside with a melt-in-your-mouth center. Ready in just 25 minutes, these cookies are ideal for cozy afternoons, gifting, or holiday dessert platters. Whether you’re a fan of classic Christmas cookies or simply love the comforting flavors of gingerbread, this recipe is sure to be a hit. Don’t forget to enjoy them fresh from the oven or save a batch in an airtight container for a week of delicious snacking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups Molasses
- 1 Large egg
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Add the molasses and egg, and beat until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
Scoop tablespoons of dough and roll them into balls. Roll each ball in the extra granulated sugar to coat evenly.
Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the cookies once cooled, or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3426 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.5 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.1 g | 465% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 574 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 1982 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 498.4 g | 181% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 310.9 g | ||
| Protein | 32.9 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 310 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 1567 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
