Description
Molasses Crinkle Cookies are a delightful treat that fills your home with a warm, inviting aroma. With their rich molasses flavor and satisfying crackle, these cookies are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy night in or a festive gathering. Easy to make and utterly irresistible, each bite offers a chewy texture and hints of spice that will transport you to your happiest memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup unsulfured molasses
- 1 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- ½ cup butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Mix in the egg and molasses until smooth.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just blended.
- Roll dough into balls and coat them in granulated sugar before placing on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until crackled but soft in the center. Cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg