Description
Delightful Bakery Style Molasses Cookies that are soft, warm, and spiced, perfect for cozy evenings and holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
- Sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and molasses until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Roll the dough into balls, then roll each ball in sugar to coat.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American