Description
These Old-Fashioned Molasses Sugar Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, all enhanced by the richness of molasses. With a perfectly sweet and slightly spicy flavor, these homemade cookies are ideal for the holidays, cookie exchanges, or as a comforting treat any time of year. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they’re a timeless classic.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
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2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons ground ginger
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon ground cloves
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar, plus extra for rolling
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1 large egg
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½ cup molasses (preferably unsulfured)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
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Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
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Make the Dough:
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In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
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Shape the Cookies:
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Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls.
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Roll each dough ball in the extra granulated sugar to coat evenly.
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Place dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake the Cookies:
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Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies have spread slightly and the edges are just starting to crisp. The centers should still be soft.
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Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serve:
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Serve the cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage for a delightful treat.
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Notes
Nuts: Add chopped walnuts or pecans to the dough for extra texture.Spicy Version: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy twist.Frosted: Top the cooled cookies with a glaze or royal icing for extra sweetness.
