Save Chewy Soft Molasses Cookies fill your kitchen with the inviting aroma of spices and molasses, delivering a classic American treat that&s perfect for cozy afternoons or holiday gatherings. These cookies come together quickly, no mixer required, promising irresistibly soft and chewy results every time.
I remember making these cookies on chilly weekends, watching them puff up in the oven until the edges set and the centers remained beautifully soft. No matter how often I bake them, guests always ask for the recipe and come back for seconds.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/4 cups (280 g)
- Ground ginger: 2 teaspoons
- Ground cinnamon: 1 1/2 teaspoons
- Ground cloves: 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon
- Baking soda: 2 teaspoons
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly: 3/4 cup (170 g)
- Packed dark brown sugar: 1 cup (200 g)
- Unsulphured molasses: 1/4 cup (60 ml)
- Large egg, room temperature: 1
- Pure vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Granulated sugar (for rolling): 1/4 cup (50 g)
Instructions
- Prep the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Combine dry ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, brown sugar, and molasses until smooth and glossy. Add the egg and vanilla, whisking until well combined.
- Blend wet and dry:
- Add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Stir with a spatula just until no dry flour remains. Do not overmix.
- Form dough balls:
- Scoop tablespoonfuls of dough and roll into balls (about 1 1/2 inches). Roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat.
- Arrange on baking sheets:
- Place dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake:
- Bake for 9–11 minutes, until cookies are puffed and edges are set but centers appear slightly underbaked.
- Cool:
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Save Baking molasses cookies together often leads to laughter and flour-dusted fingers, and my family always enjoys gathering at the kitchen table as the cookies cool, eager to savor their first warm bite.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, whisk, spatula, measuring cups and spoons, baking sheets, parchment paper, wire rack
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), egg, and dairy (butter). Always check ingredient labels if you have allergies.
Nutritional Information
Each cookie provides approximately: Calories: 120, Total Fat: 5 g, Carbohydrates: 18 g, Protein: 1 g
Save Enjoy these chewy molasses cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite tea. They&re sure to become a household staple for years to come.
Recipe FAQ
- → How can I achieve a softer texture?
Underbaking the cookies slightly helps retain moisture, resulting in a softer, chewier bite.
- → Can molasses be substituted?
Yes, dark treacle can be used as a molasses substitute without altering the flavor much.
- → What spices enhance these cookies?
Ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg combine to create a warm, aromatic flavor profile.
- → Is a mixer necessary to prepare the dough?
No mixer is required; whisking and folding by hand is sufficient for this easy method.
- → How should these cookies be stored?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days, or freeze for longer storage.