Description
Festive cookies filled with the flavors of ginger, spice, and sweet molasses, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup molasses
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add molasses and egg, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Form the dough into balls about 1 inch in diameter and roll them in sugar.
- Place the dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are set.
- Allow cooling on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use dark molasses. Freshly ground spices enhance aroma and depth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Ginger Cookies, Molasses Cookies, Christmas Cookies, Holiday Baking