Ginger Molasses Christmas Cookies

Ginger Molasses Christmas Cookies are soft, chewy, and beautifully spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and molasses. A holiday favorite with crackled sugar tops and cozy flavor.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon ground ginger 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground cloves ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg ¼ cup molasses 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Additional sugar for rolling

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a bowl, whisk flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3: In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy (2–3 minutes). Add egg, molasses, and vanilla; mix well.
Step 4: Combine dry ingredients with wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
Step 5: Chill dough for 30 minutes for best texture.
Step 6: Roll tablespoon-sized balls in sugar and place 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
Step 7: Bake 8–10 minutes, until edges set and tops crackle. Cool before serving.

Notes

Use fresh ground spices for the best flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for 3 months. For extra sparkle, roll in coarse sugar before baking.

Nutrition

Calories: 120 kcal
Fat: 5 g
Saturated fat: 3 g
Sugar: 11 g
Sodium: 85 mg
Protein: 1.5 g
Carbohydrates: 17 g
Fiber: 0.5 g