{"id":"8c43ee51-e4d0-42b6-b0b2-01cb866e473d","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/8c43ee51-e4d0-42b6-b0b2-01cb866e473d","source_url":"https://www.gimmesomeoven.com/chewy-ginger-molasses-cookies/","title":"Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies","description":"These Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies are easy to make, super-soft and chewy, and irresistibly delicious.  Feel free to halve this recipe if you would like a smaller batch!","prep_time":"PT15M","cook_time":"PT10M","total_time":"PT25M","image_url":"https://www.gimmesomeoven.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Chewy-Ginger-Molasses-Cookies-Recipe-1-1.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"1 1/2 cups (340g) unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)","item":"unsalted butter","quantity":1.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"softened to room temperature","metric_alternate":{"quantity":340,"unit":"g"}},{"text":"1 cup (200g) granulated white sugar","item":"granulated white sugar","quantity":1,"unit":"cup","metric_alternate":{"quantity":200,"unit":"g"}},{"text":"1 cup (213g) packed brown sugar","item":"packed brown sugar","quantity":1,"unit":"cup","metric_alternate":{"quantity":213,"unit":"g"}},{"text":"1/2 cup (170g) unsulphured molasses","item":"unsulphured molasses","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","metric_alternate":{"quantity":170,"unit":"g"}},{"text":"2 large eggs","item":"large eggs","quantity":2},{"text":"4 1/2 cups (639 grams*) all-purpose flour","item":"(639 grams*) all-purpose flour","quantity":4.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"4 teaspoons baking soda","item":"baking soda","quantity":4,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 tablespoon ground ginger","item":"ground ginger","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 teaspoons ground cinnamon","item":"ground cinnamon","quantity":2,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon ground cloves","item":"ground cloves","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon fine sea salt","item":"fine sea salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, soda, cinnamon, cloves, ginger and salt. Set aside."},{"number":2,"text":"Using a separate mixing bowl, either with a stand mixer or a hand mixer, cream together the softened butter and sugars on medium-high speed until the mixture is light and fluffy and a pale yellow color, about 2 minutes, scraping down the sides occasionally as needed. Mix in the eggs (one at a time) and molasses, and beat on medium-low speed until each is combined. Gradually add in the dry ingredient mixture and beat until it is evenly incorporated."},{"number":3,"text":"Transfer the dough to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the dough is completely chilled."},{"number":4,"text":"Preheat oven to 350°F.  Line a sheet pan with parchment paper; set aside."},{"number":5,"text":"Roll the dough into small balls, about 1-inch in diameter. Fill a separate small bowl with sugar, and roll each ball in the sugar until it is completely coated. Place dough balls on the prepared baking sheet."},{"number":6,"text":"Bake for about 8-10 minutes, until the cookies begin to slightly crack on top.  (They will crack more while cooling.)  Remove from the oven and let cool for 4-5 minutes. Then transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely."},{"number":7,"text":"Serve warm and enjoy, or store in a sealed container for up to 4 days.  Or freeze for up to 3 months."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:58:11.468984+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:58:11.468984+00:00"}