Spiced Molasses Cookies: The Best Homemade Treat for Everyone
Delight in the rich, warm flavors of our Spiced Molasses Cookies, perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add molasses, egg, and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
- Form dough into balls and roll in granulated sugar.
- Place on baking sheets and bake for about 10-12 minutes.
Notes
- For extra softness, underbake slightly.
- Try adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Spiced Molasses Cookies, Homemade Cookies, Holiday Treats