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Old-fashioned Molasses Cookies
Take a flavorful journey back in time with these old-fashioned molasses cookies. Each bite delivers a soft, chewy texture, a deep, rich molasses flavor, and a delightful blend of warm spices. These nostalgic cookies are the perfect treat to enjoy with a cup of hot tea or share with loved ones.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 cups
- Baking Soda
- 2 teaspoons
- Ground Cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground Ginger
- 1 teaspoon
- Ground Cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon
- Unsalted Butter, softened
- 3/4 cup
- Granulated Sugar
- 1 cup
- Egg
- 1
- Molasses
- 1/4 cup
- Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 cup (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and preventing the cookies from sticking.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt. This mixture constitutes your dry ingredients.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This process should take about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer.
- Beat the egg into the butter and sugar mixture. Following that, add the molasses and continue to mix until well incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be cautious not to overmix to keep your cookies soft and chewy.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, then roll each ball in the remaining 1/4 cup of granulated sugar to coat. This gives your cookies a delightful sugary crust.
- Place the coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft. This ensures the perfect cookie texture.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy these delicious molasses cookies, a sweet testament to times gone by!
Tips
- For a festive twist, add a half teaspoon of nutmeg or allspice to the dough.
- If the dough is too sticky to handle, chill it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before rolling into balls.
- These cookies store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, making them a great make-ahead treat.
Dietary Information
Servings: 24 Dish Type: Dessert Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10-12 minutes Calories: 120 Fat: 5g Carbs: 16g Protein: 1g Sodium: 95mg Sugar: 9g
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