Irresistibly Chewy Molasses Crinkle Cookies Recipe You’ll Love

Irresistibly Chewy Molasses Crinkle Cookies Recipe You’ll Love

Desserts
27 min
150 kcal / serving

Indulge in the nostalgia of Molasses Crinkle Cookies with their rich flavor and chewy texture, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 2 cupsall-purpose flour (the foundation of your cookies; it gives them structure.)
  • 1 tspbaking soda (helps the cookies rise and achieve that lovely crinkle.)
  • 1 tspground ginger (adds warmth and spice for a delightful flavor kick.)
  • 1 tspcinnamon (gives a sweet, aromatic touch that complements the molasses perfectly.)
  • ½ cupunsulfured molasses (this key ingredient brings rich flavor and moisture.)
  • 1 cupgranulated sugar (sweetens the batter and creates a delightful crust when rolled.)
  • ½ cupbutter (softened) (ensures a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture.)
  • 1 largeegg (binds the ingredients and provides moisture for chewier cookies.)
  • 1 tspvanilla extract (adds a warm, sweet undertone that enhances all the flavors.)
  • 1 cupextra granulated sugar (for rolling the cookie balls, giving them that classic sugary exterior.)

Directions

Baking instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two baking sheets lined with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Cream softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Incorporate the egg and molasses into the mixture until smooth.

  4. 4

    Sift together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in another bowl.

  5. 5

    Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture gradually until just blended.

  6. 6

    Roll the dough into balls, then coat each ball in granulated sugar before placing them on the prepared baking sheets.

  7. 7

    Bake for 10-12 minutes until the tops are crackled but the centers remain soft.