Chewy Molasses Cookies Recipe

Name: Chewy Molasses Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup unsalted butter (softened); 1 cup packed light brown sugar; ½ cup granulated sugar; ¼ cup granulated sugar (for rolling); 2 large eggs; ½ cup dark molasses; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 teaspoon ground allspice; ½ teaspoon coarse salt

Servings: persons

½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 cup packed light brown sugar
½ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
2 large eggs
½ cup dark molasses
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground allspice
½ teaspoon coarse salt

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Put butter, brown sugar, and 1/2 cup granulated sugarin the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.
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Mix on medium speed until smooth, about 3 minutes.
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Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by the molasses and oil.
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Reduce speed to low; gradually mix in flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, allspice, and salt.
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Cover dough with plastic wrap; refridgerate until firm, about 1 hour or overnight.
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Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
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Put remaining 1/4 cup sugar in a bowl.
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Using a 1 3/4 inch ice cream scoop, form balls of dough.
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Roll balls in sugar to coat, and space 3 inches apart on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
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Bake, rotating sheets halfway through, until cookies are flat and centers are set, about 17 minutes.
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Let cool completely on sheets on wire racks.

918

kcal

Calories

Fat

139

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup unsalted butter (softened), 1 cup packed light brown sugar, ½ cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup granulated sugar (for rolling), and more.

Yes, Chewy Molasses Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Chewy Molasses Cookies

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