Description
Indulge in the warmth of homemade Starbucks Copycat Ginger Molasses Cookies, a delightful treat that perfectly balances soft and chewy textures with a burst of bold ginger flavor. Enriched with rich molasses and aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, these cookies are the ultimate cozy dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or enjoying a quiet evening at home, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, even novice bakers can whip up this delicious batch. Share them with friends or savor them yourself—either way, they’re bound to be a hit!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup light molasses
- 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 coating)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the dark brown sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy (approximately 3–4 minutes).
- Gradually add molasses while mixing, then incorporate the egg until fully combined.
- Sift in flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg; mix on low speed until a thick dough forms.
- Roll about ¼ cup of dough into balls, coat each ball in granulated sugar, then place on prepared baking sheets.
- Slightly flatten each ball with damp fingers.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes until edges are firm but centers remain soft. Cool briefly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: <5mg