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A delicious plate of Ginger Molasses Christmas Cookies

Ginger Molasses Christmas Cookies

These classic Ginger Molasses Christmas Cookies are perfect for the holiday season, offering a warm, spicy flavor with a chewy texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Rolling
  • additional granulated sugar

Equipment

  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and 1 cup sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract until combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and roll each ball in the additional granulated sugar.
  7. Place the sugar-coated dough balls on the baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies have spread and the edges are set.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading. Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and even baking.