Sugar and Spice Cookies
Infused with warm spices and coated in a sparkly sugar crust, these Sugar and Spice Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the comforting flavors of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves with a touch of molasses for richness. Perfectly soft in the center with lightly crisped edges, these cookies are quick and easy to make, requiring just 20 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes to bake. Rolled in coarse sugar for a sweet, crunchy finish, they’re an irresistible choice for holiday cookie swaps, cozy afternoon snacks, or even gifting. Serve with a steaming cup of coffee or tea for the ultimate indulgence. These spiced cookies are sure to fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of homemade comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 0.25 cup coarse 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 medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, using an electric mixer or stand mixer, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and molasses to the butter mixture. Beat until fully combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Continue to mix until the dough comes together and there are no streaks of flour.
Scoop 1 tablespoon of dough at a time and roll it into a ball. Repeat with the remaining dough.
Roll each dough ball in the coarse sugar, ensuring an even coating.
Place the sugar-coated dough balls onto 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 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.
Serve and enjoy your Sugar and Spice Cookies with a cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1360 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 5.1 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 2557 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 333.9 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 328.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 241 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 829 mg | 18% | |
*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.
