Get ready to experience a mouthwatering journey through the most irresistible molasses cookies you've ever tasted! These aren't just ordinary cookies - they're a nostalgic embrace of warm spices, rich molasses, and a perfectly soft, chewy texture that will transport you straight to grandma's kitchen. Whether you're a gluten-free cookie lover or simply someone who appreciates a truly exceptional treat, these molasses cookies are about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup molasses
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the large egg to the butter and sugar mixture, and continue to mix until well combined. Then, pour in the molasses and mix until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be soft and slightly sticky.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Enjoy your soft and chewy molasses cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your butter, egg, and molasses are at room temperature for the smoothest, most well-incorporated dough.
- Don't Overmix: Mix the dough just until the ingredients are combined. Overmixing can lead to tough, dense cookies.
- Consistent Size Matters: Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookies that bake evenly. This ensures each cookie is perfectly cooked.
- Watch the Baking Time: These cookies can quickly go from perfectly soft to overdone. Remove them when the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft.
- Cooling is Crucial: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. This helps them set and maintain their soft texture.
- Storage Tip: Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them soft and chewy for days.
- Spice Variation: Feel free to adjust the spice levels to your taste. Love more ginger? Add an extra pinch!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 30mg
