Ginger Molasses Crinkle Cookies (Printable version)

Soft, chewy molasses treats with warm spices and a crackled sugar crust, perfect for cozy occasions.

# List of ingredients:

01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

02 - 2 teaspoons ground ginger

03 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

06 - 2 teaspoons baking soda

07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

08 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

09 - 1 cup packed dark brown sugar

10 - 1/4 cup unsulphured molasses

11 - 1 large egg

12 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

13 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

03 - In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer or whisk until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

04 - Mix molasses, egg, and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture until well combined.

05 - Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring just until incorporated without overmixing.

06 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Coat each ball evenly in granulated sugar.

07 - Place dough balls on prepared baking sheets at least 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.

08 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the cookies puff, crack on top, and edges appear set while centers remain soft.

09 - Let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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The crackled sugar crust adds a delightful texture that feels like a sweet little surprise in each bite
The balance of molasses and spices makes these cookies your new go-to for any chilly evening treat

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Rolling the dough in granulated sugar before baking is what gives these cookies their iconic crackle—don't skip it
Letting the cookies cool on the baking sheet a bit before moving them ensures they keep their soft center and don't crumble

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