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Super soft molasses cookies fresh out of the oven, golden brown and chewy.

Super Soft Molasses Cookies

Cozy, chewy Super Soft Molasses Cookies with a touch of cinnamon and clove, perfect for holiday baking or an afternoon treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Measured correctly for best results
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger Increase for more bite if desired
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil Can substitute with melted unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Plus additional for rolling
  • 1/4 cup full-flavored molasses Use robust molasses for best flavor
  • 1 large egg room temperature Can substitute with a flax egg for vegan option

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and line baking sheets with parchment.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground cloves, ground ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the vegetable oil and 1 cup granulated sugar together until well blended and slightly glossy.
  4. Add the molasses and mix until incorporated, then add the egg and beat until smooth.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Cover and chill the dough for at least 2 hours until firm.
Baking
  1. Scoop the dough into 1-inch balls and roll in extra granulated sugar.
  2. Arrange balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  3. Bake for 8–10 minutes, until puffy and tops show small cracks.
  4. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Add a slice of bread to help maintain softness. To freeze dough, roll into sugar-coated balls and freeze on a tray.