Description
Molasses cookies are the ultimate cozy treat, combining rich flavors and a soft, chewy texture that evokes warm memories of family gatherings. With their aromatic blend of spices and sweetness, these cookies will fill your home with delightful scents and hearts with joy. Perfect for holidays or simply as a comforting snack, they are sure to impress your loved ones with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup dark unsulfured molasses
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg and molasses until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Cool on racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg