Description

These soft and chewy Molasses Cookies are packed with warm spices, rich molasses flavor, and a delightful sugar coating for the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. They are easy to make, stay fresh for days, and are perfect for holiday baking, gifting, or simply enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea. Whether you love classic holiday cookies or need a quick, comforting treat, this recipe will quickly become a favorite!

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1/4 cup molasses
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Rolling:

1/4 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

Preheat & Prepare – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients – In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter & Sugar – In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add Wet Ingredients – Mix in egg, molasses, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Combine Wet & Dry – Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Shape & Coat – Scoop dough into 1-inch balls, roll in granulated sugar, and place on a lined baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Bake – Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
Cool & Enjoy – Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes