Holiday Spice Molasses Cookies

Holiday Spice Molasses Cookies are a perfect treat for the holiday season. These cookies are packed with warm spices and molasses, making them a delicious and festive dessert. To make these cookies, you will need the following ingredients:

- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup coarse sugar, for rolling

This recipe makes about 24 cookies. To start, preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. In a separate large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Using a cookie scoop or spoon, form the dough into balls and roll them in the coarse sugar. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These Holiday Spice Molasses Cookies are soft, chewy, and full of flavor. The warm spices and molasses give them a rich, comforting taste that is perfect for the holiday season. They are also easy to make and can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week. Enjoy these delicious cookies with a cup of hot cocoa or your favorite holiday beverage.
Type: Dessert Cookies

Ingredients:

- All-purpose flour
- Butter
- Molasses

Cooking Tips:

- Use room temperature butter for easier mixing
- Roll the dough balls in coarse sugar for added texture and sweetness
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely
Appearance:
These cookies are round and slightly flattened with a golden brown color. The coarse sugar on the outside gives them a sparkly appearance.
Taste:
The warm spices and molasses give these cookies a rich, comforting taste that is perfect for the holiday season. They are soft, chewy, and full of flavor.