Description
These Soft Molasses Cookies are a delightful, chewy treat with the perfect blend of spices and a rich molasses flavor. Soft, warm, and comforting, these cookies are ideal for the holiday season or any time you’re craving a nostalgic dessert. With a simple mix of ingredients, these cookies bake to perfection, offering the right balance of sweetness and spice. Whether served at a family gathering or enjoyed with a warm cup of tea, these soft molasses cookies are sure to bring a touch of homemade comfort to any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup additional granulated sugar (for rolling cookies)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. - Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt. Set aside. - Cream Butter and Sugar:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. - Add Wet Ingredients:
Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat until smooth and well combined. - Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until the dough comes together. - Shape the Cookies:
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Roll each dough ball in the additional granulated sugar, coating it evenly. - Bake the Cookies:
Place the sugar-coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cookies are set around the edges but still soft in the center. The cookies will firm up as they cool. - Cool the Cookies:
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Adjust the baking time slightly depending on the size of your cookie dough balls. For a slightly firmer cookie, bake an extra minute or two.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American