Spicy Ginger Molasses Cookies

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"Chewy and soft spicy ginger molasses cookies are made with warm and bold spices. Baked to perfection with a crispy exterior, these cookies are the perfect holiday treat."
-- @hungrygirlinquns
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Prep time 45mins
Cook time 15mins
Serves or Makes: 40

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ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup brown
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 4 teaspoons baking soda
  • 2 tablespoons ground ginger
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoons ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Method

  • Step 1

    In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugars with the electric beater. Add molasses and eggs and combine.

  • Step 2

    Add sifted flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, ground cloves and salt and combine.

  • Step 3

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and let the dough rest in the fridge for 30 minutes.

  • Step 4

    Scoop the dough into even one inch balls and roll in granulated white sugar.

  • Step 5

    Place evenly on a baking tray to allow for spread.

  • Step 6

    Bake for 10-12 minutes.

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