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12. Chewy Molasses Cookies

These have a wonderful spiced flavor that makes the whole kitchen smell amazing. They stay soft for days in a sealed jar.
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Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar plus extra for rolling
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Cream the butter and 1 cup of sugar together. Add the molasses and egg, mixing well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
  5. Roll the dough into balls, then roll each ball in granulated sugar.
  6. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes.