Molasses Sugar Cookies
Warm, spicy, and irresistibly chewy, these Molasses Sugar Cookies are the ultimate treat for cookie lovers, especially during the cozy months of fall and winter. Infused with the deep richness of unsulfured molasses and perfectly spiced with cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, these cookies strike the perfect balance between bold flavor and melt-in-your-mouth softness. Rolled in granulated sugar before baking, each cookie boasts a delightful crackled surface and a hint of sparkle. With just 15 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes of baking, this easy recipe yields 24 delectable cookies—perfect for holiday gatherings, gift-giving, or simply indulging alongside a cup of tea or coffee. Bake these spiced molasses cookies today and fill your home with the warm aroma of pure comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.75 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Dark brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Unsulfured molasses
- 1 Large egg
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon 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.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the molasses and egg to the butter mixture and beat until fully 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 just combined. Do not overmix the dough.
Scoop out dough using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop and roll each portion into a ball.
Roll each dough ball in the additional granulated sugar to coat evenly.
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.
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.
Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2926 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.3 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.0 g | 220% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 1979 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 540.5 g | 197% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 350.7 g | ||
| Protein | 31.9 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 283 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 1330 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.
