Soft Ginger Molasses Crinkle Cookies
Soft Ginger Molasses Crinkle Cookies are a delightful treat that combines warm spices and rich molasses, creating a chewy cookie with a slightly crisp exterior. These cookies fill your home with an irresistible aroma and are perfect for sharing during cozy nights in or festive gatherings. With just one bite, you’ll be hooked!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until just combined.
- Roll tablespoon-sized balls of dough in granulated sugar and place them on baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until puffy but still soft in the center. Cool on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg