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Molasses Cookies

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

  1. Add the egg and molasses and mix well.
  2. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  3. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are firm.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.
  5. In a large bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until creamy.
  6. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  7. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  9. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and roll them in granulated sugar.