Description
Deliciously soft and chewy molasses cookies that are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the molasses and egg, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain softness.
- These cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Soft Molasses Cookies, Chewy Cookies, Holiday Cookies