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Ginger Molasses Cookies

Irresistibly Soft Ginger Molasses Cookies to Delight Your Senses

These Ginger Molasses Cookies are soft, chewy, and perfect for any occasion, combining spices with a hint of sweetness.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Provides the perfect base
  • 0.25 cups cocoa powder Adds chocolate depth
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps cookies rise
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda Works with molasses
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger Provides spicy warmth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom Introduces fragrant sweetness
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds warm flavor
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt Enhances flavors
For the Wet Ingredients
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Adds richness
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar Provides sweetness
  • 0.33 cups light brown sugar Contributes moisture
  • 0.25 cups mild molasses Signature ingredient
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds aromatic note
For the Decadent Dipping
  • 4 ounces dark chocolate Rich flavor
  • 4 ounces white chocolate Provides creaminess
  • 0.25 cups crystallized ginger Adds chewy texture
  • 0.25 cups festive sprinkles For color and fun

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • handheld electric mixer
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • refrigerator

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the dry ingredients by whisking together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cardamom, ground cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl.
  2. Cream the butter and sugars together in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add brown sugar, molasses, egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  3. Combine the wet and dry ingredients gradually, mixing until just combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  5. Form cookie balls by scooping dough and rolling in granulated sugar. Place them spaced on the baking sheets.
  6. Bake for about 12 minutes, or until edges are set and tops are crackly. Cool for 5 minutes on sheets before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. Dip cooled cookies in melted dark chocolate, then sprinkle with crystallized ginger and festive sprinkles.
  8. Let the chocolate set for about 30 minutes before enjoying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the dough for at least an hour for enhanced flavor and prevent over-spreading.

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