Crispy Molasses Ginger Cookies

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Crispy Molasses Ginger Cookies Recipe

This recipe for Crispy Molasses Ginger Cookies is a festive holiday treat that will have your family and friends raving! Crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, these cookies are packed full of ginger, molasses, and brown sugar for an irresistible flavor.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar, for rolling

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves; set aside.
  3. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the molasses and egg.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Using a small cookie scoop, scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 3 inches apart. Roll the dough balls in the granulated sugar.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool for 3 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Enjoy!