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Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies with Cracked Tops

Four richly dark, crinkly ginger molasses cookies coated in sparkling sugar resting on a light ceramic plate.
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Make soft, chewy ginger molasses cookies with bold spice flavor and attractive cracked tops. These are classic American holiday cookies, easy to prepare from scratch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup unsulfured molasses
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar, for rolling

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Pour the granulated sugar into a shallow dish.
  8. Scoop the chilled dough into balls, about 1.5 tablespoons each. Roll each ball thoroughly in the granulated sugar to coat completely.
  9. Place the sugared dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  10. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes. The edges should be set, but the centers should still look slightly soft. They will firm up as they cool.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra chewy cookies, slightly underbake them.
  • Roll the dough balls tightly in sugar to help achieve the signature crackled tops during baking.
  • You can make this dough up to 3 days ahead; store it tightly wrapped in the refrigerator.

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