Description
Experience the warmth of homemade molasses cookies, featuring a perfect balance of rich flavors and spices. These chewy delights, with their slightly crisp edges, are ideal for cozy gatherings or a sweet treat at any time. Whip up a batch easily with pantry staples and enjoy the delightful aroma as they bake.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 3/4 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Mix in molasses and then add the egg; blend well.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg