Description
These Chewy Iced Molasses Cookies are a deliciously spiced treat perfect for the holidays or any cozy occasion. Soft and chewy with a rich molasses flavor and a sweet powdered sugar icing, they combine warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves for a truly comforting cookie experience.
Ingredients
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Cookie Ingredients
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup molasses
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Icing Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and packed brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the cookies.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg and molasses into the creamed butter and sugar until fully combined, ensuring the dough is evenly flavored and moist.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt to distribute the spices and leavening agent evenly.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough which can toughen the cookies.
- Shape Dough: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll each into balls with your hands. Place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft, achieving that perfect chewy texture.
- Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes to firm up slightly, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before icing.
- Prepare Icing: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and spreadable. Adjust milk to reach desired consistency.
- Ice Cookies: Drizzle or spread the icing over the cooled cookies evenly. Allow the icing to set before serving for a glossy finish and added sweetness.
Notes
- For a deeper molasses flavor, use robust or full-flavor molasses.
- If you prefer a thinner icing, add more milk a teaspoon at a time until you reach desired consistency.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
