Description
These oversized ginger cookies are the ultimate comfort treat, featuring a soft, fudgy center and a beautiful sugar-crusted exterior. Balanced with a blend of four aromatic spices and rich molasses, they provide a deep flavor profile that stays fresh and chewy for days.
Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup unsulfured molasses
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and allspice until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter for 30 seconds; gradually add 1 cup of granulated sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and molasses to the butter mixture and beat on medium speed until the mixture looks dark and glossy.
- Slowly add the dry flour and spice mixture to the wet ingredients, beating at a low speed just until a thick, soft dough forms.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for 20 minutes to allow the fats to firm up for easier handling.
- Shape the chilled dough into balls about 2 inches in diameter and roll them in the remaining 1/3 cup of sugar until fully coated.
- Place the balls on the baking sheets 2 inches apart and bake for 10 minutes; allow them to cool on the sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
To achieve a more intense flavor, try toasting your dry spices in a skillet over low heat for 30 seconds before adding them to the flour. If the dough remains too sticky to roll after 20 minutes, increase the chilling time to 40 minutes. Always use unsulfured molasses to ensure the cookies have the characteristic sweetness and soft texture without an overpowering bitterness.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American