Soft and Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies Recipe

Soft And Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies — a american recipe (biscuits and cookies) with 11 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.

Medium
Updated March 20, 2026

45

Total Time (min)

30

servings

204

Calories/serving

Medium

Difficulty

Soft and Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies Recipe

Ingredients

Servings:
30
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsulfured molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

7 steps

  1. Preheat the oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

    Ensure the oven is fully preheated for even baking.
  2. Mix wet ingredients

    In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Beat in the molasses and egg.

    Mix until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  3. Combine dry ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.

    Make sure there are no lumps in the flour.
  4. Blend mixtures

    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

    Do not overmix to keep cookies soft.
  5. Shape the cookies

    Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough and roll them into balls. Roll the balls in granulated sugar if desired.

    Make sure to space them out on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake

    Place the cookie dough balls on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are set.

    Cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
  7. Cool and serve

    Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

    Enjoy your cookies with a glass of milk!

💡 Tips & Tricks

Health: Low Potassium, Kidney-Friendly, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Peanut-Free, Tree-Nut-Free. Diet: Low-Sodium

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 5 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 3 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor and texture.

What to Serve With

Complete your american meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Coleslaw
🍽️French fries or baked potatoes
🍽️Corn on the cob

About This Dish

Soft and Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies Recipe is a beloved dish from American cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 45 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

American cuisine is a melting pot of flavors and traditions from around the world, shaped by the diverse cultures that make up the nation. From hearty comfort food to innovative modern dishes.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 11 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

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Nutrition Facts

30 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories150kcal
Total Fat6gg
Sodium90mgmg
Total Carbohydrates24gg
Dietary Fiber0.5gg
Total Sugars10gg
Protein1.5gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineAmerican
Meal TypeSnack