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Soft Molasses Cookies Recipe | Cook the Book
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Category
Desserts
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Cusine
American
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How to make?
Ingredients
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 large egg, at room temperature
1/4 cup molasses
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Directions
In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add molasses while mixing at a slow speed, then baking soda, salt, and spices. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to make sure everything is incorporated. Stir in flour. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough for 1 hour.