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Delicious easy molasses cookies, soft and chewy, perfect for fall and winter baking.

Easy Molasses Cookies

These soft and chewy molasses cookies deliver cozy comfort with a classic flavor. Perfect for warm, nostalgic moments, they stay soft and delicious for days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 1 cup Crisco (vegetable shortening) Helps make cookies tender and puffy.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Plus extra for rolling.
  • 1 large egg Bind the ingredients together.
  • 1/2 cup molasses Use regular unsulphured molasses, not blackstrap.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Sifted for the best texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger For a warm spice flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds warmth and depth.
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves Optional, for additional spice.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the Crisco and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  3. Mix in the egg and molasses until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
  5. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until no flour streaks remain.
  6. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes if your kitchen is warm.
  7. Roll the dough into balls and roll in granulated sugar.
  8. Place the dough balls on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, until the edges look set, and the tops appear crackly.
  2. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

To keep the cookies soft, do not overbake. Once cool, store in an airtight container, possibly with a slice of bread for added moisture. The dough can be refrigerated overnight for better flavor.