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Molasses Cookies

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Molasses Cookies are soft, chewy, and perfectly spiced with warm flavors like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. They feature a rich molasses sweetness, a slightly crisp edge, and a tender center—perfect for holidays or anytime you crave something cozy and nostalgic.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25–40 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  6. Roll dough into small balls and coat with extra granulated sugar.
  7. Place balls on the prepared baking sheet, spaced apart.
  8. Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set and centers look slightly underbaked.
  9. Cool on baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Use unsulphured molasses for best flavor; avoid blackstrap molasses.
  • Chilling the dough helps make thicker cookies with less spreading.
  • Add a pinch of black pepper or chopped crystallized ginger for variation.
  • Store with a slice of bread to keep cookies soft.
  • Freeze baked cookies or dough for future baking.

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