Description
Super Soft Molasses Cookies are a classic holiday treat, filled with the warm flavors of molasses, ginger, and cinnamon. With a melt-in-your-mouth texture and crackly top, these chewy cookies are perfect for the holiday season or any time you crave a comforting, spiced treat.
Ingredients
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
1 large egg
¼ cup molasses
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Notes
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Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. -
Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. -
Cream Butter and Sugar:
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until fluffy. Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract, and mix until fully combined. -
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. -
Chill the Dough:
Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm enough to roll into balls. -
Roll and Coat:
Once chilled, roll the dough into 1-inch balls and roll each ball in the remaining granulated sugar. -
Bake:
Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden and the tops are crackly. -
Cool:
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
