Tasty Chewy Chai Spiced Molasses Cookies
Indulge in the delightful taste of Tasty Chewy Chai Spiced Molasses Cookies, where the warmth of chai spices meets the rich sweetness of molasses. These cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor, making them a perfect treat for any occasion—from cozy fall gatherings to festive holiday celebrations. With their unique blend of spices, they’re sure to please everyone and are easy enough for beginner bakers to whip up in no time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup white sugar
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup molasses
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- 1/2 cup white sugar (for coating)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Blend in the egg, molasses, and vanilla until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients; gradually incorporate into the wet mixture.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls; coat in a mixture of sugar and spices before placing on lined baking sheets.
- Bake for about 9 minutes or until set but soft in the center; cool on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg