Ingredients
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Let’s gather our ingredients! You’ll need:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, spices, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Cream softened butter and brown sugar together until fluffy.
- Add molasses, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture; mix well.
- Gradually combine the dry mixture with the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, then roll in granulated sugar before placing on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
Notes
- Chilling the dough is essential for the best texture.
- Adjust baking time for your oven as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg