Crystallized Ginger Molasses Cookies Recipe

Name: Crystallized Ginger Molasses Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup Brown Sugar; 2-1/2 ounces, fluid Smart Balance Veg Oil; 3-1/2 ounces, fluid Molasses; 2 teaspoons Freshly Grated Cinnamon Stick; 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Cloves; 1 teaspoon Freshly-ground Nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoons Ginger Powder; 1/4 teaspoons Sea Salt; 1 whole Large Egg; 1 teaspoon Baking Soda; 2 cups All-purpose Flour; 1/2 cups Roughly Chopped Crystallized Ginger; 1/2 cups Granulated White Sugar, For Rolling Cookies In

Servings: persons

1 cup Brown Sugar
2-1/2 ounces, fluid Smart Balance Veg Oil
3-1/2 ounces, fluid Molasses
2 teaspoons Freshly Grated Cinnamon Stick
1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Cloves
1 teaspoon Freshly-ground Nutmeg
1/2 teaspoons Ginger Powder
1/4 teaspoons Sea Salt
1 whole Large Egg
1 teaspoon Baking Soda
2 cups All-purpose Flour
1/2 cups Roughly Chopped Crystallized Ginger
1/2 cups Granulated White Sugar, For Rolling Cookies In

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
In a stand mixer (or use a hand mixer), blend together on medium speed, the sugar, oil, molasses, spices*, and salt for about 3 minutes.
3
*Grinding fresh spices will take these cookies from good to fabulous. It's worth the extra time - I promise you!
4
Next, add in the egg and mix on medium speed for another 2 minutes.
5
Add in baking soda and flour 1/2 a cup at a time. Mix on medium speed until all the flour is incorporated. Add the chopped ginger and mix until blended.
6
Roll the dough into about 1 inch balls and drop into the granulated sugar. If dough is stiff, flatten each ball on the cookie sheet. I found it flattened fine on its own. Dough will be VERY sticky - so I use prep gloves powdered with flour.
7
Put into preheated oven for 13 minutes. Cool on the cookie sheet for 3 minutes before removing to rack to cool completely.
8
Makes 16 regular-sized cookies, or 8 jumbo-sized ones.

1033

kcal

Calories

Fat

132

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 1 cup Brown Sugar, 2-1/2 ounces, fluid Smart Balance Veg Oil, 3-1/2 ounces, fluid Molasses, 2 teaspoons Freshly Grated Cinnamon Stick, and more.

Yes, Crystallized Ginger 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crystallized Ginger Molasses Cookies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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