Jumbo Molasses Cookies
Sink your teeth into the warm, spiced goodness of Jumbo Molasses Cookies—a delightful treat that's as soft and chewy as it is packed with rich flavor. Infused with the deep, caramel-like sweetness of molasses and spiced with cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, these oversized cookies are a comforting classic perfect for any time of year. Rolled in coarse sugar for an irresistible crackled top and baked to perfection, they're a visual and flavorful standout on any dessert table. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a short bake, this batch of 24 cookies is ideal for sharing (or indulging solo). Whether you're craving a nostalgic snack or looking for a holiday baking favorite, these jumbo cookies deliver a perfect balance of sweetness and spice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups molasses
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 4.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups coarse 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 the butter and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the molasses and eggs to the bowl, and mix until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in batches, mixing until just combined and scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Using a large cookie scoop (about 3 tablespoons of dough), portion the dough into balls and roll them in the coarse sugar to coat evenly.
Place the cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
Bake one sheet at a time in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops begin to crack. Do not overbake; the centers should still look slightly underdone for a soft texture.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy these delicious jumbo molasses cookies! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4994 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.7 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.9 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 3926 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 958.0 g | 348% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 539.2 g | ||
| Protein | 68.9 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 542 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 35.3 mg | 196% | |
| Potassium | 3117 mg | 66% | |
*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.
