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Molasses Crinkle Cookies

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These Molasses Crinkle Cookies are soft, chewy, and full of warm spices, perfect for cozy gatherings or a classic holiday treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves.
  3. In a large bowl, cream softened butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in egg, molasses, and vanilla extract until combined.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and roll each in granulated sugar.
  7. Place dough balls about 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until cookies are puffed and cracked but centers still soft.
  9. Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

For an extra festive touch, drizzle the cooled cookies with a simple icing made from powdered sugar and milk.

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