Description

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Tasty Chewy Chai Spiced Molasses Cookies. These delightful treats combine the rich sweetness of molasses with a fragrant blend of chai spices, creating a unique cookie that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering, enjoying a cozy afternoon snack, or looking for a thoughtful gift, these cookies will impress with their chewy texture and aromatic taste. Easy to make and even easier to share, they are sure to become a favorite among family and friends.

Ingredients

Scale

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 rolling)
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground ginger (for rolling)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a stand mixer bowl, cream together softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add in the egg and molasses, mixing until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ground ginger, salt, ground cloves, and allspice. Gradually mix this into the wet ingredients until just combined.
Prepare your rolling mixture by combining white sugar with ground cinnamon and ginger in a small bowl.
Scoop dough balls about 1 inch in diameter and roll each in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Place on baking sheets and bake for about 9 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 9 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 28g)
Calories: 130
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: For even better flavor and texture, refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. Feel free to add nuts or dried fruits for added texture.