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Spiced Molasses Cookies Recipe

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Spiced Molasses Cookies are soft and chewy treats infused with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, balanced by the rich sweetness of molasses. These classic cookies are perfect for cozy gatherings or holiday celebrations, offering a perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors baked to a tender finish.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt

For Rolling

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and brown sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, ensuring good incorporation for a tender cookie texture.
  3. Add molasses and egg: Beat in the molasses followed by the large egg, mixing well to create a smooth, cohesive wet mixture that provides moisture and flavor depth.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the spices and leavening agent.
  5. Mix dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined to avoid overworking the dough which could make cookies tough.
  6. Form dough balls and coat: Shape the dough into small balls and then roll each ball in granulated sugar for a sweet, crisp coating that contrasts nicely with the soft interior.
  7. Arrange on baking sheets: Place the sugared dough balls evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheets to allow room for spreading while baking.
  8. Bake the cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft, giving you a chewy texture.
  9. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes to firm up before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely, ensuring they hold their shape and texture.

Notes

  • For a deeper molasses flavor, use robust or blackstrap molasses.
  • Do not overbake; cookies continue to firm up while cooling.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • These cookies freeze well; freeze unbaked dough balls and bake fresh when desired.
  • For extra spice, sprinkle a little ground nutmeg in the dry ingredients.

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