Sugar Coated Molasses Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible warmth of these Sugar Coated Molasses Cookies! This recipe yields chewy, comforting cookies perfect for holiday gifting or cozy tea-time treats. Don't be intimidated by the seemingly endless flour – trust the process! Your reward? The most delicious, melt-in-your-mouth cookies you've ever tasted. These cookies are incredibly easy to make, are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser, and perfect for dipping in your favorite warm beverage. Get ready for a taste of pure holiday magic!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 27 mins

Calories 146.6 kcal

Protein 3g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sugar Coated Molasses Cookies

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
½ cup granulated sugar (for coating)
½ cup molasses
2 large eggs
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground cloves
Ground Cinnamon

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How to Make Sugar Coated Molasses Cookies

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in ½ cup molasses and 2 large eggs until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, ½ teaspoon ground cloves, and ½ teaspoon salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. The dough will be stiff. (Don't worry if you think you've added too much flour!)
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
Roll each ball in ½ cup granulated sugar.
Place the sugar-coated balls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store in an airtight container to maintain their soft texture.