Molasses Cookies
Dive into the world of warm spices and rich sweetness with these classic Molasses Cookies, a treat that effortlessly blends nostalgia and irresistible flavor. Soft, chewy, and perfectly spiced, these cookies feature a medley of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves paired with the deep, robust taste of molasses. Finished with a sparkling sugar coating, they bake up beautifully with crisp edges and gooey centers. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or cheerful moments year-round. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a beginner, these homemade molasses cookies are sure to become your new favorite dessert!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 piece large egg
- 0.25 cup molasses
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer.
Add the egg and molasses to the butter mixture, and beat well until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed, just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough, and roll each portion into a ball.
Roll each dough ball in granulated sugar to coat completely, then place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cookies are just set around the edges. They may look slightly underdone in the center, but they will continue to cook as they cool.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your delicious, homemade molasses cookies with a cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3527 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.7 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.2 g | 466% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 574 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 3888 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 516.4 g | 188% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 305.0 g | ||
| Protein | 36.1 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 467 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 19.2 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 1859 mg | 40% | |
*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.
