Chewy Molasses Cookies
Soft, spiced, and irresistibly chewy, these Molasses Cookies are the ultimate holiday treat or all-year-round indulgence. Made with a rich blend of warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, and sweetened with a touch of molasses, these cookies deliver a perfectly balanced flavor with a hint of nostalgia. The dough is rolled in granulated sugar to create a delightful crackled surface and slightly crisp edges, while the centers stay melt-in-your-mouth soft. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick bake time, these cookies are as easy to make as they are delicious. Perfect for festive gatherings, cozy evenings, or gifting, these Chewy Molasses Cookies are a must-try for any fan of old-fashioned baking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup light brown sugar
- 0.25 cup unsulphured molasses
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the molasses and egg to the creamed mixture and beat until well incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls using your hands.
Pour the 1/4 cup of granulated sugar into a shallow bowl. Roll each dough ball in the sugar to coat completely.
Place the sugar-coated dough balls on 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. Avoid overbaking to ensure a chewy texture.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your chewy molasses cookies fresh or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2888 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.3 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.0 g | 220% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 3234 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 532.1 g | 193% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 343.0 g | ||
| Protein | 31.9 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 264 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1310 mg | 28% | |
*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.
