Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies: The Best Recipe for Cozy Treats
These chewy ginger molasses cookies are perfect for cozy evenings with a warm cup of tea.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar for rolling
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until creamy.
- Add molasses, egg, and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll the dough into balls, then roll each ball in granulated sugar.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add some chopped crystallized ginger to the dough.
- Store cookies in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies, Cozy Treats, Dessert