The Supreme Molasses Cookies Recipe

Prepare for a cookie war! These supremely chewy molasses cookies, with their perfectly fluffy exterior, are the stuff of family legends. The secret? Years of trial and error resulting in a recipe so good, the last cookie is always fought over. Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, gooey center, complemented by a delightful crispness. Perfect with a steaming cup of tea or coffee on a chilly evening by the fireplace. This recipe is your ticket to ultimate cookie satisfaction!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 24 mins
Calories 92.6 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for The Supreme Molasses Cookies

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How to Make The Supreme Molasses Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, ½ cup vegetable shortening, and ¾ cup packed light brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 1 cup molasses and 1 large egg until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, ½ teaspoon ground cloves, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Roll rounded tablespoons of dough into balls. Roll each ball in ½ cup granulated sugar.
  6. Place cookies about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft. A wooden skewer inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs attached.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

9g

Carbs

4g