Ginger Molasses Cookies

Soft and chewy ginger molasses cookies that stay soft for weeks, perfect for the holidays or any time of year.

By @scientifically.sweet

Original recipe source

Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0 butter
• 0 sugar
• 0 egg
• 0 molasses
• 0 flour
• 0 baking soda
• 0 ginger
• 0 cinnamon
• 0 cloves
• 0 salt
• 0 parchment paper
• 0 airtight container

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and molasses to the creamed mixture and beat well.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Roll the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them soft for weeks.