Old Fashioned Molasses Cookies
Delight in the warm, nostalgic flavors of Old Fashioned Molasses Cookies, a timeless treat that combines rich molasses and aromatic spices for the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. These cookies are incredibly soft and chewy, with a cozy blend of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves that fills your kitchen with irresistible fragrance. Rolled in shimmering sugar before baking, they boast a lightly crackled surface for a touch of crunch in every bite. Ready in under 30 minutes, these easy-to-make cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or a comforting snack any time of year. Serve them fresh or store them for up to a week—they'll remain as tender and flavorful as the day you baked them.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter
- 1 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Molasses
- 1 pieces Large egg
- 2.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the molasses and egg to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Scoop the dough into 1.5-inch balls (about 1 tablespoon of dough per ball). Roll each ball in the reserved 1/4 cup of granulated sugar until evenly coated.
Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft. Do not overbake to maintain a chewy texture.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3101 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.8 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.0 g | 220% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 3848 mg | 167% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 579.9 g | 211% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 370.6 g | ||
| Protein | 35.0 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 446 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 21.4 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 2742 mg | 58% | |
*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.
