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Bakery Style Molasses Cookies

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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Bakery Style Molasses Cookies. These delightful treats combine rich molasses with a blend of warming spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, resulting in cookies that are soft, chewy, and irresistibly flavorful. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a cozy snack anytime, these cookies feature a sugary crackled finish that will impress everyone who takes a bite. With simple instructions and easily accessible ingredients, this recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Enjoy the delightful aroma and taste that evoke cherished memories while creating new ones with every batch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup unsulfured molasses
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, salt, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
  3. Beat in the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture on low speed until a soft dough forms—avoid overmixing.
  5. Cover dough with plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and roll in granulated sugar before placing them on the prepared sheets, leaving space between cookies.
  8. Bake for 8–10 minutes until slightly soft in the center; they will firm up as they cool.
  9. Cool on baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

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