Bakery-Style Molasses Cookies
Soft and chewy molasses cookies with warm spices, crackled tops, and rich flavor. A cozy holiday treat or anytime dessert classic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (+ 30 minutes chill time)
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes per batch
- Total Time: ~55–60 minutes
- Yield: ~24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground cloves (or allspice)
2 tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup granulated sugar (plus more for rolling)
½ cup brown sugar
1 large egg
¼ cup molasses
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg and molasses until smooth.
Gradually stir in dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls, then coat in granulated sugar.
Place on baking sheet, spaced apart.
Bake for 10–12 minutes until puffed and crackled but still soft in the center.
Cool on baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For more kick, add a pinch of black pepper or finely chopped crystallized ginger.
Stir in orange zest for a bright, citrusy twist.
Substitute butter and egg with plant-based alternatives for vegan cookies.
For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and add ¼ tsp xanthan gum.
Cookies freeze well—store in layers and enjoy directly from frozen or briefly reheat.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/bakery-style-molasses-cookies/
