Molasses Cookies
There’s nothing quite like the warm, inviting aroma of freshly baked molasses cookies to brighten your day. These soft and chewy treats are rich in flavor, blending dark brown sugar with a hint of spice for a delightful experience. Perfect for any occasion, whether as a snack during the holidays or a comforting dessert, these cookies are easy to make and sure to bring joy to your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¾ cup unsulfured molasses
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 large egg
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
- In another bowl, beat butter and dark brown sugar until fluffy (2-3 minutes).
- Add the egg and molasses; mix until smooth.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop rounded dough balls onto greased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
- Cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg