Ginger Molasses Cookies Delight (Printable Version)
Soft cookies bursting with ginger, molasses, and spices for a warm, festive treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cookie Ingredients
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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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¼ cup cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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2 teaspoons ground ginger
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1 teaspoon ground cardamom
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
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½ cup granulated sugar, plus extra for rolling
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⅓ cup packed light brown sugar
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¼ cup mild molasses
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1 large egg, room temperature
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ To Decorate
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4 ounces dark chocolate, finely chopped
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4 ounces white chocolate, finely chopped
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Crystallized ginger, finely chopped
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Festive sprinkles
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, ground ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, beat unsalted butter with granulated and brown sugar using a handheld electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add molasses, egg, and vanilla extract, then beat until smooth.
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Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients. Beat on low speed until just combined. Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour or up to 48 hours.
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Scoop dough using a 1 ½ tablespoon measure or weigh approximately 30 grams per piece. Roll each dough ball in granulated sugar before placing on baking sheets at least 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 12 minutes or until edges are set and tops are crackly. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Melt dark and/or white chocolate separately while cookies cool.
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Dip half of each cooled cookie into melted chocolate. Place on parchment paper and decorate with chopped crystallized ginger and festive sprinkles while chocolate is wet. Let chocolate set before serving.
# Additional Notes:
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Chilling the dough enhances flavor development and helps maintain cookie shape during baking.