Description
These Soft Molasses Cookies are a delightful treat, combining sweet molasses and warm spices for a unique, chewy bite. Easy to prepare and perfect for any gathering, they’ll make your taste buds dance with joy!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
- a few drops brown gel food dye
Instructions
- Sift together flour, baking soda, salt, and spices in a bowl; set aside.
- Cream butter, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in molasses, egg, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture; mix until just combined.
- Scoop dough, roll in sugar, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake dough balls for 14-16 minutes.
- Cool on a wire rack before decorating with frosting.
Notes
Ensure butter and egg are at room temperature for best texture.
Chill cookie dough to prevent over-spreading while baking.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg