Yummy Chewy Ginger Cookies
Indulge in the warming, spiced perfection of Yummy Chewy Ginger Cookies, a holiday-inspired treat that will quickly become a year-round favorite. These soft and chewy cookies are packed with the bold flavors of ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, balanced by the rich sweetness of molasses and a touch of brown sugar. Rolled in granulated sugar for a delightful crunch, they bake to perfection in under 10 minutes, offering a melt-in-your-mouth texture with slightly crispy edges. Whether you're baking for festive gatherings or simply craving a comforting dessert, these ginger cookies are easy to make and perfect for sharing. Serve them alongside a hot cup of tea or enjoy them on their own—either way, their aromatic spices and irresistible chewiness are sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 unit egg, large
- 0.25 cup molasses
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar (1/4 cup) together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the large egg and molasses to the butter mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Scoop 1.5-tablespoon portions of dough and roll them into balls. Roll each ball in the additional granulated sugar (1/2 cup) to coat evenly.
Place the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look slightly underbaked. Do not overbake to keep them chewy!
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! Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3916 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 152.0 g | 195% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.2 g | 466% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 574 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 2037 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 617.9 g | 225% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 404.7 g | ||
| Protein | 35.9 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 466 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 1863 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.
