Best 3 Dark Chocolate Molasses Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with these delectable Dark Chocolate Molasses Cookies, where the richness of dark chocolate harmonizes perfectly with the robust sweetness of molasses. Each bite promises a satisfying crunch, followed by a tender, chewy center that melts in your mouth. These cookies are not just a treat for the taste buds; they're also a feast for the eyes, adorned with a sprinkling of sea salt that adds a touch of sophistication. And if you're looking for a vegan option, we've got you covered with our delightful Vegan Dark Chocolate Molasses Cookies, offering the same irresistible taste without compromising on ethics.

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DARK CHOCOLATE MOLASSES COOKIES



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A perfect holiday chocolate-molasses cookie recipe and a family favorite! Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Provided by Jocelyn Marks

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Molasses Cookie Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup butter, softened
½ cup molasses
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
⅓ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Beat butter, molasses, cocoa, 1/3 cup sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt together in a large bowl until well blended. Beat in flour on low speed just until blended; dough will be firm.
  • Form into 1-inch balls; roll in 1/4 cup sugar. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until puffy and cracked on top, 8 to 9 minutes. Cool on the cookie sheets for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.5 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 53.5 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

CHOCOLATE-MOLASSES COOKIES



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These cookies should be very soft when they come out of the oven; be careful not to overbake them. As they cool, they will firm up a bit and develop a chewy texture.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield Makes 36

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 ounces semisweet chocolate
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup light-brown sugar
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons dark, unsulfured molasses
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, melt chocolate and butter in the microwave on high in 30-second increments, stirring after each, until chocolate is almost melted. Stir to finish melting; let cool.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt. Add brown sugar, egg, molasses, and vanilla to the cooled chocolatemixture, whisking to combine. Add flour mixture, and stir to combine.
  • Scoop up dough by the tablespoon, and roll into balls; place 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake until tops are crackly but cookies are still soft to the touch, about 12 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to coolcompletely. Dust with confectioners' sugar, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 g, Fat 3 g

CHOCOLATE-MOLASSES COOKIES



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All you need to shape this dead simple dough are your hands (and maybe a helper or two). Decidedly more "grown up" in flavor - both the molasses and cocoa give bitter notes that play off the spiciness of the fresh ginger - the cookies are tiny in size by design to complement their intensity. For rolling, any coarse decorative sugar works, as would Demerara or an unrefined sugar.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     cookies and bars, dessert

Time 40m

Yield About 40 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup/115 grams unsalted butter (1 stick)
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger (optional)
1 1/2 cups/190 grams all-purpose flour
1/2 cup/45 grams cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 cup/65 grams granulated sugar
1/2 cup/120 milliliters molasses
1 large egg
Sanding, Demerara or granulated sugar, for decoration

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Melt butter in a small pot over medium heat and add ginger, if using. Remove from heat and let sit a few minutes while you prepare everything else.
  • In a large bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ground ginger and salt.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together sugar, molasses, egg and ginger butter. Using a spatula, slowly mix into dry ingredients, mixing until no dry spots remain.
  • Using your hands, roll small balls of dough about the size of a quarter (dough will be soft - if it is too soft for you to handle, pop into the fridge for a few minutes to firm up). Roll the balls in the sanding sugar and place on the prepared baking sheets about 1-inch apart.
  • Bake until just puffed and baked through, 6 to 8 minutes. Let cool completely before eating.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 61, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 67 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor. Look for a chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
  • Be sure to use unsulfured molasses. Sulfured molasses has a bitter taste that can overpower the other flavors in the cookies.
  • If you don't have any baking soda, you can use 1 teaspoon of baking powder instead.
  • Don't overmix the cookie dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before serving. This will help them to firm up and develop their full flavor.

Conclusion:

These dark chocolate molasses cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a holiday party. With their rich chocolate flavor and chewy texture, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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