Indulge in the warm, fragrant flavors of autumn with Spicy Molasses Cookies by Bijoux—a delightful twist on the classic molasses cookie recipe. These soft and chewy cookies are infused with rich unsulphured molasses and a medley of bold spices like cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and a surprising hint of cayenne pepper for a subtle kick. Rolled in coarse sugar before baking, each bite boasts a crackly, caramelized surface that complements their irresistibly tender center. Ready in just 25 minutes, these cookies make the ultimate holiday treat or an everyday pick-me-up when paired with a cozy cup of tea, coffee, or milk. Perfectly spiced, perfectly sweet—this is a must-try for cookie enthusiasts!
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the molasses and egg to the mixture and beat until fully combined and smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, cayenne pepper, and salt.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, form dough balls (about 1.5 tablespoons each). Roll each ball in coarse sugar to coat evenly.
Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges just begin to set but the centers remain soft.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve your spicy molasses cookies with tea, coffee, or a cold glass of milk, and enjoy!
Calories |
3672 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 145.9 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.3 g | 446% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 557 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 2861 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 566.1 g | 206% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 332.1 g | ||
| Protein | 38.2 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 527 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 21.9 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 2447 mg | 52% | |
*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.