Small Batch Molasses Cookies
These soft and chewy molasses cookies are packed with warm spices and rich flavor. Made with simple ingredients, this small batch recipe is perfect when you're baking for one or two.
Servings: 6 cookies
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons salted butter -softened to room temperature
- ¼ cup brown sugar -packed
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 ½ tablespoons molasses
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
- 2-3 tablespoons granulated sugar, for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 1 minute, until well combined.
- Mix in the egg yolk, molasses, and vanilla until fully blended.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and cloves.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, beating on low speed until a dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
- Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in granulated sugar and place on the baking sheet, leaving 2 to 3 inches of space between each.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, until the edges are set. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Read the Full Recipe: Check the recipe, ingredient notes, and FAQs before starting. Many common questions are already answered.
- Measure Flour Correctly: Spoon flour into a dry measuring cup, then level it with a knife. Don’t scoop directly from the bag, it packs in too much flour.
- Softening Butter Tip: Let butter sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Line the Baking Sheet: Use parchment paper or a silicone mat. Don’t grease the pan, greased sheets can cause cookies to spread too much.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 144mg | Potassium: 155mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 216IU | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg
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