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Close-up view of warm, soft Molasses Crinkle Cookies with a crinkled top and sugar coating.
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Molasses Crinkle Cookies

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 120
These soft, chewy cookies are infused with warm spices and a rich molasses flavor, perfect for holiday treats or cozy afternoons.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp ground cloves
  • 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 0.75 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.25 cup molasses
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Coating Sugars

  • 3 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 0.33 cup confectioners' sugar

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheet with parchment.
  • Mix dry ingredients in a bowl. Cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
  • Add egg, molasses, and vanilla; mix well. Form dough balls, coat in sugars, and place on sheet.
  • Bake for 14-16 minutes until edges are golden. Cool before serving.

Notes

Chill dough if too soft for easier handling.
Calories: 120kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cookies, Ginger, Spices