Ginger Molasses Thins Cookies Recipe- American Special
There’s something deeply comforting about baking with warm spices, especially when they marry seamlessly with rich molasses flavor in a batch of cookies. These Ginger Molasses Thins Cookies deliver a fantastic crisp texture in every bite, making them an ideal holiday treat or cozy dessert. With an easy cookie recipe that comes together quickly, you’ll be enjoying the spicy warmth and sweet depth of molasses in no time.
- Prep Time20 min
- Cook Time12 min
- Perform Time1 hr
- Total Time1 hr 32 min
Ginger Molasses Thins Cookies Ingredients :
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: additional granulated sugar for rolling
How to make Ginger Molasses Thins Cookies :
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Molasses and Egg: Beat in the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. The dough will be slightly sticky.
Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. If desired, roll each ball in granulated sugar before placing them on the baking sheet.
Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the cookies are slightly firm. They will crisp up as they cool.
Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Recipe Notes:
Molasses Quality: Using unsulfured molasses enhances the depth of flavor and gives a richer color without bitterness.
Rolling Sugar Option: Rolling dough balls in additional granulated sugar adds sparkle and a slight crunchy edge to the cookie’s surface.
Baking Time Tips: Watch cookies closely in the last few minutes—edges should be firm but centers may still feel soft, as they crisp up while cooling.
Storage Instructions: Store cooled cookies in an airtight container; they stay crisp for up to a week. For longer keeping, freeze flattened cookies with parchment between layers.
Spice Ratio: Adjust the amounts of ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves to suit your taste—more ginger for heat, more cinnamon and cloves for warmth and depth.
