Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of homemade Starbucks Copycat Ginger Molasses Cookies! These irresistible treats feature a soft and chewy texture, perfectly balanced with bold spices and rich molasses. Ideal for cozy evenings, holiday gatherings, or simply when you need a sweet pick-me-up, these cookies are sure to become a favorite. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, they’re perfect for bakers of all skill levels. You can enjoy them fresh out of the oven or share them with friends and family—either way, they promise to delight!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar (dark)
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup molasses (light flavored)
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 1/4 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together brown sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.
- Gradually mix in molasses, then add the egg until fully combined.
- Sift in flour, baking soda, spices, and salt; mix on low speed until a thick dough forms.
- Roll about ¼ cup of dough into balls, coat in granulated sugar, and place on the prepared baking sheets.
- Flatten each cookie slightly with damp fingers.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes or until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 137
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 73mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg