{"id":24631,"date":"2020-12-01T10:59:51","date_gmt":"2020-12-01T16:59:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cupcakeproject.com\/?p=24631"},"modified":"2020-12-01T10:59:53","modified_gmt":"2020-12-01T16:59:53","slug":"ginger-molasses-cookies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cupcakeproject.com\/ginger-molasses-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This ginger molasses cookie recipe results in perfectly soft, chewy, cookies that are loaded with spices<\/em> like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. They also have that perfect crinkle on top!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Chewy molasses ginger cookies are reminiscent of classic gingerbread cookies but have a soft chewy finish and a fun crinkly top!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Ginger molasses cookies have been around since the 1800s – and with good reason. They are easy to make, so festive, and don’t require rolling out dough or using any special tools like cookie press recipes<\/a> do. I can’t even begin to fathom the number of these cookies that have been made over the past 100 years!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

These cookies are made using pantry staples and gingerbread spices (ginger, cinnamon, and cloves).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The molasses that you use will have a huge impact on the flavor of the cookies.<\/em> Use a light molasses like Grandma’s Original Molasses [paid link]<\/a>. Don’t use blackstrap molasses<\/span>, which is less sweet and can leave the cookies tasting bitter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How It’s Made<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. In a stand fixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, and butter until light and fluffy.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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    Combine classic ingredients with warm spices to make these chewy ginger cookies that are great for the holidays or a yummy treat any time!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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    1. Next, add the molasses and the eggs and mix until completely combined.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Add flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt to another small bowl, whisk together and gradually mix into the wet ingredients on low speed until just combined.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Cover dough bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for thirty minutes to an hour. This will make it easier to roll and, as I mentioned above, it dries out the batter to make perfect crinkles!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of cookie dough, roll each ball in sugar, and bake at 350F on a parchment lined baking sheet until barely set. Transfer from the cookie sheet onto a cooling rack using a metal spatula.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Expert Tips and FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Perfect ginger cookies have a beautiful crinkle on the top. The key to getting this crinkled appearance is to chill the dough before baking it and to roll cookie dough balls in sugar.<\/strong> Rolling in the sugar helps to dry the batter out more, which promotes crinkling.<\/p>\n\n\n

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      The secret to chewy cookies with a crinkly top is to roll in granulated (or white) sugar.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

      Lastly, to be sure that you end up with soft cookies, pull the cookies from the oven when they are just barely set<\/strong>! If they over-bake, you will end up with crispy cookies instead of soft and chewy ones.<\/p>\n\n\n

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      These chewy molasses ginger cookies take the flavors of classic gingerbread and turn them into a chewy and soft cookie!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

      Variations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Chocolate Chip Molasses Ginger Cookies<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

      Chocolate goes so well with the other flavors in these cookies and, as you can imagine, chocolate chip ginger cookies are irresistible when they are still hot<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n

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      Make these chewy molasses cookies into chocolate chip cookies for a fantastic new twist on the classic dessert.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

      To make them, I add semi-sweet chocolate chips to my recipe. You can experiment with dark, white, or milk chocolate chips and decide which you like best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Chocolate-Dipped Molasses Ginger Cookies<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n
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      You can also dip your soft molasses cookies in chocolate and decorate for any occasion!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

      These are arguably the prettiest way to make ginger molasses cookies.<\/p>\n\n\n

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      Dipping in tempered chocolate is the perfect way to give chewy molasses ginger cookies an extra dimension of sweet flavor!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

      When dipping in chocolate, you can use either the chocolate chip version or the plain version – whichever you prefer. Make sure that you temper your chocolate<\/a> (it’s really easy) before dipping cookies in it so they end up with a nice shine!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      I always add some pretty sprinkles after dipping because sprinkles make people happy! You could also decorate with lots of little candies like you would when you use a gingerbread house kit<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Ginger Molasses Sandwich Cookies<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n
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      Another option is to use chewy molasses ginger cookies to make sandwiches with vanilla frosting, cream cheese frosting, or even buttercream.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

      My son declared the sandwich cookie version to be the best cookies I have ever made. To make them, spread frosting on top of a cookie and press another cookie down on top of the frosting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      You can use any frosting that you like. I love using my vanilla frosting<\/a> and cinnamon cream cheese frosting<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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      These chewy cookies are versatile and tasty treats that are sure to add warmth and cheer to holiday baking or any cookie assortment!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

      FAQs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
      How should I store these cookies?<\/strong>

      To keep the cookies moist, store them in an airtight container with a piece of fresh bread.<\/strong> The moisture from the bread will help keep the cookies from getting stale.While they were a little past their prime, I’ve eaten mine stored that way up to week after making them.<\/p> <\/div>

      What is molasses?<\/strong>

      This dark and thick syrup is a byproduct of the sugar making process. After sugar cane is crushed and the juice extracted, that juice is boiled to make sugar crystals. The liquid that’s leftover is molasses! This syrup is commonly mixed back into granulated sugar to make brown sugar.<\/p> <\/div>

      What is the difference between molasses cookies and gingerbread cookies?<\/strong>

      While gingerbread tends to have a crisp, snappy finish with a nice crunch, these chewy ginger molasses cookies are soft and tender with a sugary, crinkly top. They use many of the same ingredients when it comes to flavor, but these chewy cookies are great for those who love the warm and spicy flavors but prefer a chewier result.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n