Molasses Cookies Recipe
These soft and chewy Molasses Cookies are filled with cozy spices and deep, rich molasses flavor—perfect for the holidays or a cold day treat.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Hand or stand mixer
- Whisk
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper or silicone mats
Ingredients
- For the Dough:
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ¾ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
- ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup packed dark brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup molasses light or dark
- For Rolling:
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment.
- In a bowl, whisk dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, salt, and all spices.
- In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugars for 2–3 minutes until fluffy.
- Mix in egg, vanilla, and molasses until smooth.
- Gradually add dry mixture to wet. Stir until combined—do not overmix.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes.
- Scoop dough (2 tbsp each), roll in sugar, and space 2 inches apart.
- Bake 11–13 mins until edges are set. Cool 2 minutes on tray, then transfer to racks.
Notes
Chill dough to prevent spreading.
Avoid blackstrap molasses—it's too bitter for cookies.
For extra sparkle, double roll in sugar.