Sarah's Favorite Molasses Spice Cookies

Sink your teeth into the warm, spicy nostalgia of Sarah's Favorite Molasses Spice Cookies—an irresistible combination of deep molasses flavor and cozy holiday spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. These chewy cookies are rolled in sugar for a sparkling finish and boast a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, making them a seasonal favorite and a year-round treat. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, they’re ideal for last-minute gatherings or a quiet evening treat. Whether served with a steaming cup of tea or tucked into a festive cookie tin, these easy-to-make molasses spice cookies will fill your kitchen with comforting aromas and your heart with joy. Keywords: molasses spice cookies, chewy molasses cookies, holiday baking, easy cookie recipes, homemade cookies.

Nutriscore Rating: 27/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups Molasses
• 1 units Large egg
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoons Ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the molasses and egg to the bowl and beat until fully combined.

Step 4

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until the dough is just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls using your hands.

Step 7

Place the remaining granulated sugar for rolling in a small bowl. Roll each dough ball in the sugar to coat it completely.

Step 8

Arrange the sugar-coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each ball to allow for spreading.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly undercooked. This ensures a chewy texture.

Step 10

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(865.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3616.3

Total Fat 151.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 573.5mg	0%
Sodium 3831.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 547.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 360.9g
Protein 32.8g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 297.6mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 1562.6mg	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: 37.0%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 59.4%