Molasses Cookie Recipe
Cordelia Cross
Aug 2, 2025 11:11
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Ingredients:
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2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
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2 tsp ground ginger
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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½ tsp ground cloves
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½ tsp baking soda
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¼ tsp salt
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¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
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1 large egg
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¼ cup molasses
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1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
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In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
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Mix in the egg, molasses, and vanilla.
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Add dry ingredients and stir until dough forms.
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Roll dough into 1-inch balls and coat in granulated sugar.
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Place on baking sheets and gently flatten the tops.
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Bake 10–12 minutes for soft cookies or 12–14 minutes for crisp edges.
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Cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring to a rack.
