Debbie's Molasses Cookies

Infused with warm spices and rich molasses, Debbie's Molasses Cookies are the ultimate treat for lovers of classic comfort baking. These soft and chewy cookies boast a perfectly crackled top and a delightful sugar coating, making every bite a flavorful blend of sweetness and spice. Made with a mix of ground cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, and just a touch of molasses for depth, this simple recipe captures the cozy essence of homemade baked goods. Perfect for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or snack-time indulgence, these cookies only require 15 minutes of prep and deliver bakery-quality results. With their irresistible aroma and melt-in-your-mouth texture, they’re bound to become your new go-to for a taste of nostalgia.

Nutriscore Rating: 35/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup molasses
• 1 unit large egg
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.33 cup granulated sugar (for rolling cookies)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 2

Add the molasses and egg to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, and salt.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. The dough will be soft.

Step 5

Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until firm.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the chilled dough and roll them into balls with your hands.

Step 8

Roll each dough ball in the additional granulated sugar until fully coated.

Step 9

Place the sugar-coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the cookies appear crackled on top.

Step 11

Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(748.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2878.8

Total Fat 79.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 3228.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 525.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 338.9g
Protein 31.9g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 277.1mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 1541.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.3%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 71.4%