Tasty Chewy Chai Spiced Molasses Cookies
If you’re in search of a cozy, flavorful treat, Tasty Chewy Chai Spiced Molasses Cookies are the perfect solution. These delightful cookies combine the warmth of chai spices with rich molasses for a chewy texture that’s simply irresistible. Perfect for family gatherings or a relaxing evening at home, they bring comfort in every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you’ll have these cookies ready to enjoy fresh from the oven. Whether paired with a cup of tea or shared with friends, these cookies promise to be a hit!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 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 packed light or dark brown sugar
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 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).
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ground ginger, salt, cloves, and allspice.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture; stir gently until just combined.
- Chill dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Roll chilled dough into tablespoon-sized balls and coat in a mixture of white sugar with cinnamon and ginger.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for about 9 minutes or until set but soft in the center.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg