Save It Chewy Soft Molasses Cookies deliver everything you crave in a cozy dessert: a tender center, a slight sugary crust, and rich spices throughout. You get classic flavor with minimal effort and no mixer required.
I baked these on a chilly afternoon and the smell alone made everyone gather in the kitchen. Each batch brings back memories of sharing warm cookies and laughter with family.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/4 cups (280 g)
- Ground ginger: 2 teaspoons
- Ground cinnamon: 1 1/2 teaspoons
- Ground cloves: 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon
- Baking soda: 2 teaspoons
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter (melted and cooled): 3/4 cup (170 g)
- Dark brown sugar (packed): 1 cup (200 g)
- Unsulphured molasses: 1/4 cup (60 ml)
- Large egg (room temperature): 1
- Pure vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Granulated sugar (for rolling): 1/4 cup (50 g)
Instructions
- Oven preparation:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients:
- Whisk flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Mix wet ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, brown sugar, and molasses until glossy. Add egg and vanilla and whisk until combined.
- Combine mixtures:
- Add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Stir gently with spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
- Shape dough:
- Scoop tablespoonfuls and roll into balls (about 1 1/2 inches). Coat in granulated sugar.
- Bake:
- Place balls 2 inches apart on sheets. Bake 9–11 minutes until edges are set and centers look underbaked.
- Cool:
- Let cookies sit on baking sheet 5 minutes then cool on a wire rack until ready to eat.
Save It My kids always race to sprinkle extra sugar on the dough balls before baking, making this recipe a family favorite we come back to every winter.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, whisk, spatula, measuring cups and spoons, baking sheets, parchment paper, wire rack
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), egg, and dairy (butter). Always review ingredient labels if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Each cookie has approximately 120 calories, 5 g total fat, 18 g carbohydrates, and 1 g protein.
Save It Bake a batch and fill your home with the irresistible aroma of molasses cookies—warm, chewy, and perfect for sharing!
Common Questions About Recipes
- → How do I achieve the perfect chewy texture?
Underbaking the cookies slightly helps maintain a soft, chewy center while the edges set for a pleasant bite.
- → Can I substitute molasses with another ingredient?
Dark treacle serves as a great alternative, offering a similar rich and robust flavor.
- → What spices give these cookies their warm flavor?
A blend of ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg creates the comforting, aromatic spice profile.
- → Is a mixer necessary for preparation?
No mixer is required; whisking and folding by hand simplifies the process while delivering great texture.
- → How should these cookies be stored?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days or freeze them for extended freshness.