Spiced Molasses Soft Chewy (Printable)

Soft, chewy treats featuring warm spices and rich molasses flavor, perfect for sharing any time.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons ground ginger
03 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
07 - 2 teaspoons baking soda
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

09 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
10 - 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
11 - 1/4 cup unsulphured molasses
12 - 1 large egg

→ For Rolling

13 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, allspice, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
03 - Using an electric mixer or whisk, cream the softened butter with dark brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
04 - Beat in molasses and egg until fully combined with the creamed mixture.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
06 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions, roll into balls, then coat each ball evenly in granulated sugar.
07 - Place dough balls on prepared baking sheets, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
09 - Allow cookies to rest on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Cooking Tips:

01 -
  • It feels like sharing a secret with a friend, these cookies marry soft chewiness with warm festive spices perfectly.
  • The rich molasses flavor adds a unique depth that became my go-to comfort treat during holiday gatherings.
02 -
  • Don’t skip rolling the dough balls in granulated sugar; it adds the perfect crisp crackle against the chewy cookie body.
  • Adding a pinch of black pepper to the dough unveils an unexpected warmth that deepens the spicy profile in the best way.
03 -
  • Make sure your butter is softened, not melted, to maintain cookie texture.
  • Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking firms it up and enhances flavor meld.

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