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Ginger Molasses Cookies

  • Author: Lilly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Enjoy the warm, spiced goodness of ginger molasses cookies—soft and chewy treats perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp ground ginger
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter with brown sugar until creamy. Add the molasses and egg, mixing until fully incorporated.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined.
  5. Scoop and Shape: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers look slightly underbaked. Allow to cool slightly before serving.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: For added texture, substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour. Consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor. A sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking enhances the cookie's sweetness.