Name: Spiced Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Ingredients: 2½ cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¾ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon ground cloves; ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened); ¾ cup packed light brown sugar; ¼ cup unsulphured molasses; 1 large egg (room temperature); 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; ¼ cup granulated or sanding sugar; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

Description

Enjoy these soft and spicy cookies that are perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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2½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cloves
¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
¾ cup packed light brown sugar
¼ cup unsulphured molasses
1 large egg (room temperature)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¼ cup granulated or sanding sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, sift the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, salt, and cloves. Whisk together and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter, brown sugar, and molasses on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla. Scrape the bowl down and mix again until ingredients are completely distributed.
With the mixer on low, gradually add the flour mixture and mix until just combined. Scrape the bowl down one last time and use a spatula to fold in any remaining flour.
Place the granulated sugar in a small bowl. Stir in the cinnamon, if using.
Use a small spring-loaded scoop or tablespoon to portion out 1½ tablespoon-size balls (about 28g each). Roll each into a smooth ball between your clean palms, then coat them in the sugar. Place the dough balls about two inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are set and firm to the touch but the centers are soft and slightly cracked. Let cool for a few minutes on the pan, then move to a wire rack and cool completely.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container.
These cookies can also be rolled in colored sugar for a festive touch.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 120
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 20mg