Description
Molasses Cookies are a delightful treat that envelops your home in warmth and nostalgia. With their rich, sweet molasses flavor enhanced by spices like ginger and cinnamon, these soft, chewy cookies boast slightly crisp edges and irresistibly chewy centers. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings, each bite is a comforting reminder of cherished baking moments. Enjoy baking these irresistible cookies that will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the molasses and egg until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are set but centers remain soft. Allow cooling before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg