Best 10 Best Ginger Molasses Cookies Recipes

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Are you looking for a delightful and comforting treat that combines the warm flavors of ginger and molasses? Best ginger molasses cookies are an iconic holiday classic, loved for their chewy texture, spicy sweetness, and irresistible aroma. With their golden-brown exterior and soft, chewy centers, these cookies are sure to be a favorite among family and friends. Whether you're baking for a cozy winter gathering or simply craving a sweet and satisfying snack, this article will guide you through the steps to create the best ginger molasses cookies that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRANDMA'S® MOLASSES GINGER COOKIES



Grandma's® Molasses Ginger Cookies image

Soft and chewy ginger cookies that will have everyone asking for more. Recipe courtesy of Sue Hoagland.

Provided by Grandma's Molasses

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Molasses Cookie Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups sugar, plus more for sprinkling
2 sticks butter, softened
¾ cup Grandma's® Original Molasses
1 egg
1 teaspoon Spice Islands® Pure Vanilla Extract
3 cups flour, plus more for dusting
1 teaspoon Clabber Girl® Baking Soda
1 teaspoon Clabber Girl® Baking Powder
1 teaspoon Spice Islands® Ground Nutmeg
1 teaspoon Spice Islands® Ground Cloves
1 tablespoon Spice Islands® Ground Ginger
1 tablespoon Spice Islands ® Ground Saigon Cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whip together sugar, butter, molasses, egg, and vanilla. Mix in flour, baking soda, baking powder, and spices until dough comes together. Wrap well and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Roll cookie dough into 1-inch balls and roll in sugar to coat. Arrange on rimmed baking sheets. Bake for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 47.2 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

BEST EVER GINGER MOLASSES COOKIES (BETTER THAN STARBUCKS!)



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These Best Ever Ginger Molasses Cookies are crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside and perfectly flavoured with ginger!

Provided by Chrissie Baker (thebusybaker.ca)

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/4 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
2 cups white sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup molasses
4 cups all purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
4 tsp baking soda
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp grated fresh ginger (or powdered ginger)
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1/3 cup white sugar for rolling

Steps:

  • Add the butter to the bowl of your stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Cream the butter on medium high speed until it is soft and creamy and the colour begins to turn pale (use a hand mixer if you wish).
  • Add the sugar and beat on medium high speed for 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl a few times.
  • Beat in the eggs on medium high speed one at a time, scraping down the bowl after each addition.
  • Beat in the molasses and scrape down the bowl to ensure everything is evenly combined.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, grated ginger, cinnamon, cloves and salt. Whisk these ingredients together to they're combined and dump the mixture into the bowl of the stand mixer with the butter mixture.
  • Combine the butter mixture and the dry ingredients on low speed just until no streaks of flour remain. You'll have to scrape down the sides of the bowl a few times to make sure everything is incorporated.
  • Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for one hour.
  • After one hour has passed, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Remove the dough from the fridge and shape it into about 36 balls with your hands, rolling each ball of dough in the white sugar and placing it on a baking sheet prepared with some parchment paper. Remember to space the cookies out appropriately...this recipe makes about 3 dozen cookies so you'll likely need to bake 3 or more sheets of cookies.
  • Bake each sheet of cookies for 10-11 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • When you remove the baking sheet from the oven, let the cookies cool on the baking sheet until they've cooled almost completely. This will help them achieve that soft and chewy texture as they continue to bake on the inside even after they've been removed from the oven.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 175 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 26 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 16 g

SUNNY'S GINGER MOLASSES COOKIES



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) salted butter, softened
2 tablespoons unsulfured molasses
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 large egg
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
About 1/3 cup granulated sugar, for dusting
24 pieces crystallized ginger candy (1/2- to 1-inch pieces)

Steps:

  • Blend the wet: In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment or in a large bowl using a hand mixer on medium, blend the sugar and butter until lighter in color and fluffy. Add the molasses and ginger and blend until smooth. Then add in the egg and blend until incorporated.
  • Add the dry: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and pumpkin pie spice. Reduce the mixer speed and add the flour mixture in 3 parts, slowly blending and scraping the sides of the bowl to include all the dough. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Roll, bake and top: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment. Pour enough sugar into a small bowl to dust the cookies (about 1/3 cup).
  • Using a small melon baller or ice scream scoop, make 24 balls of cookie dough and roll each in the sugar to coat on all sides. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheets 1 inch apart and gently press each down.
  • Bake until the bottoms and edges are browned slightly, about 12 minutes; remove from the oven and immediately push a ginger candy in the center of each cookie so that it cools with it locked in place. Slide the cookies off the sheet by pulling the parchment paper off the sheet and onto a cooling rack. Cool before serving. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 days.

BIG SOFT GINGER COOKIES



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These are just what they say: big, soft, gingerbread cookies. They stay soft, too. My oldest son's favorite.

Provided by AMY1028

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Spice Cookie Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup margarine, softened
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
1 tablespoon water
¼ cup molasses
2 tablespoons white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Sift together the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the margarine and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, then stir in the water and molasses. Gradually stir the sifted ingredients into the molasses mixture. Shape dough into walnut sized balls, and roll them in the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar. Place the cookies 2 inches apart onto an ungreased cookie sheet, and flatten slightly.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.8 calories, Carbohydrate 21.1 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 147 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

BIG SOFT GINGER COOKIES



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These nicely spiced, big soft ginger cookies are perfect for folks who like the flavor of ginger but don't care for crunchy gingersnaps. -Barbara Gray, Boise, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/4 cup molasses
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt
Additional sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and molasses. Combine the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. , Roll into 1-1/2-in. balls, then roll in sugar. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° until puffy and lightly browned, 10-12 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 98mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GINGER MOLASSES COOKIES RECIPE



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Chewy in the center, crispy on the edges, and perfectly spiced, these gingerbread cookies are certain to become a new holiday favorite.

Provided by Jessie Sheehan

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h57m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
Optional: 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
3/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
1 cup dark brown sugar (packed)
1 large egg
1 large egg yolk
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup molasses
Granulated sugar, for rolling

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and white pepper, if using.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until smooth.
  • Add the egg and yolk one at a time, whisking after each addition.
  • Add the vanilla and molasses and whisk until smooth.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and gently fold with a flexible spatula to combine. Place the dough in the refrigerator until it has a scoopable texture, or about 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Scoop the dough into 1 1/2 tablespoon balls using a small ice cream scoop or measuring spoons.
  • Roll each ball in granulated sugar and place on the prepared cookie sheets, about 12 balls per sheet. Place the sheets in the freezer to firm up for about 30 minutes to an hour. This will prevent the cookies from spreading when baked.
  • Roll the cookie balls in granulated sugar again for extra sparkle. Bake for about 12 minutes until the tops are cracked and the cookies are slightly puffy. Once removed from the oven, flatten each cookie lightly with a spatula. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 51 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 189 mg, Sugar 14 g, Fat 9 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CHEWY GINGER MOLASSES COOKIES



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Molasses adds sweetness to these cookies and gives chewiness to every bite. Eat at least one warm right off the cooling rack with a tumbler of cold milk.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 15m

Yield Makes: about 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup sugar, plus more for rolling
1/3 cup molasses
1 large egg

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Whisk the flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, cloves and salt together in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • Beat the butter and sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until well combined, about 3 minutes. Add the molasses and egg and beat until lighter in color, about 3 minutes. Add the flour mixture and mix on low until well blended.
  • Using a tablespoon, form the dough into 1-inch balls and roll in sugar. Place each ball 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake until golden and crackled, 12 to 15 minutes; the cookies will still be a little soft. Baking these in 3 batches one sheet at a time gets you the nice, crackly top. The second sheet of cookies can stay on the counter until ready to bake. Form the remaining dough, roll the balls in sugar and place on the now cooled first baking sheet. Allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, and then remove to a rack to cool completely.

CHEWY GINGER-MOLASSES COOKIES



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This comes from Cooking Pleasures magazine. These use melted butter and brown sugar to make them chewy, crystallized ginger to add depth and have a quartet of spices especially for true spice lovers. The dough needs to refrigerate for 1 hour before baking, so keep that in mind. I included to refrigeration time in the cook time.

Provided by the_cookie_lady

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted, cooled
3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 egg
3/4 cup mild molasses
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped crystallized ginger

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees farenheit. Line 3 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In medium bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar. Whisk in egg and molasses until well blended. In another medium bowl, whisk together all remaining ingredients except sugar and crystallized ginger. Stir into butter mixture. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, place sugar and crystallized ginger in food processor; pulse until finely ground. Pour into small bowl.
  • Working with one-third of the dough at a time (keep remaining dough refrigerated), use a #16 ice cream/cookie scoop or a 1/4 cup measure to scoop dough. Roll into 1 3/4-inch balls. Lightly roll and press each ball in crystallized ginger mixture; place on baking sheets, leaving about 3 inches between cookies. Gently flatten into 2 1/4-inch rounds.
  • Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until just golden brown around edges but still slightly soft. Remove from oven; immediately slide parchment paper onto wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.2, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 32.1, Sodium 149.1, Carbohydrate 38.6, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 19.5, Protein 2.6

CHEWY GINGER MOLASSES COOKIES RECIPE BY TASTY



Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies Recipe by Tasty image

Cookies with crisp edges, soft middle, and rich, spiced flavor that stays fresh for days.

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Bakery Goods

Time 2h10m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2.25 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1.5 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
.5 teaspoon ground cloves
.5 teaspoon kosher salt
.75 cup unsalted butter
.5 cup granulated sugar
.5 cup packed brown sugar
.5 cup unsulphured molasses
1 egg large egg
raw sugar

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the molasses and mix on medium-high speed until well combined. Add the egg and continue mixing until incorporated, about 2 minutes.
  • Reduce the speed to low and gradually add the dry ingredients. Mix until evenly incorporated.
  • Transfer the dough to an airtight container and refrigerate for 1 hour, or until chilled.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Use an 2 ounce scoop to portion the cookies onto the baking sheet, spacing evenly. Freeze for 10 minutes.
  • Fill a small bowl with raw sugar, then roll each dough ball in the sugar until completely coated. Return to the baking sheet.
  • Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, until they begin to crack slightly on top. Remove from the oven and let cool for 4-5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely..
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 19 grams

STARBUCKS GINGER MOLASSES COOKIES



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Categories     Cookies     Bake     Molasses

Yield 1 dozen large

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/4 cups flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 tsp. ground ginger
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup dark brown sugar
1 extra-large egg
1/4 cup regular unsulphured molasses (blackstrap is too strong for this cookie)
Granulated sugar (for coating cookie dough before baking)
Non-stick vegetable spray (optional, for coating the scoop)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees with the rack in the center. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper, silicone pan liners or aluminum foil (if using foil, grease foil with 1 Tbsp. butter or solid vegetable shortening). Set aside. Sift flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and ginger into a medium bowl. Set aside. Cream the butter and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl with mixer on high speed until light and fluffy, about 1 minute. With mixer on medium speed, beat in the egg and molasses, then increase the speed to high and beat about 1 minute longer, until the mixture no longer looks curdled. Scrape the sides with a rubber spatula several times while mixing. Mix in the flour mixture on low speed. The batter will be rather stiff. Place some granulated sugar on a small plate or saucer. Use a 1/4-cup ice cream scoop or a measuring cup to form 1/4-cup portions of dough. (Spray the cup or scoop with the optional non-stick vegetable spray to make it easier to release the dough.) Transfer the dough to your hands and roll each portion into a rough ball, then roll each ball into the sugar. Place six sugared balls on each baking sheet, spacing them evenly, because they will spread during baking. Dampen your fingers with water and press down lightly on each cookie to flatten it a little and dampen the top. Refrigerate one filled baking sheet while the other bakes. Bake for 12 minutes, or until the cookies have spread and are firm to the touch. Rotate the sheet 180 degrees halfway through the baking time. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet. Note: This dough can be frozen for slice-and- bake cookies. Just roll into a log 2-1/2 inches thick. Wrap in plastic wrap and then in foil. Can be stored in the freezer up to 6 months. I used a food processor and cooked it for 11min. Makes 1 dozen large cookies. Per cookie: 290 calories, 3g protein, 42g carbohydrates, 1g fiber, 12g fat (7g saturated), 275mg sodium.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ginger for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have any molasses, you can substitute an equal amount of honey or maple syrup.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to help the cookies hold their shape.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set around the edges, but still soft in the center.
  • Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Conclusion:

These ginger molasses cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for the holiday season. They are soft and chewy with a warm and spicy flavor. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make these cookies at home to enjoy with your family and friends.

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