Best 5 Dark Molasses Ginger Ginger Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of molasses and ginger with our collection of delectable recipes. From classic Dark Molasses Ginger Cookies that evoke nostalgic memories to a luscious Molasses Gingerbread Loaf bursting with seasonal flavors, our recipes cater to every ginger enthusiast. Explore the perfect balance of sweet and spicy in our Ginger Molasses Cake, a moist and tender treat that will tantalize your taste buds. And for a unique twist, try our Molasses Ginger Bars, a chewy and gooey delight with a crispy crust. Each recipe is carefully crafted to showcase the distinct flavors of molasses and ginger, offering a symphony of taste experiences.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRANDMA'S® MOLASSES GINGER COOKIES



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Soft and chewy ginger cookies that will have everyone asking for more. Recipe courtesy of Sue Hoagland.

Provided by Grandma's Molasses

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Molasses Cookie Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups sugar, plus more for sprinkling
2 sticks butter, softened
¾ cup Grandma's® Original Molasses
1 egg
1 teaspoon Spice Islands® Pure Vanilla Extract
3 cups flour, plus more for dusting
1 teaspoon Clabber Girl® Baking Soda
1 teaspoon Clabber Girl® Baking Powder
1 teaspoon Spice Islands® Ground Nutmeg
1 teaspoon Spice Islands® Ground Cloves
1 tablespoon Spice Islands® Ground Ginger
1 tablespoon Spice Islands ® Ground Saigon Cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whip together sugar, butter, molasses, egg, and vanilla. Mix in flour, baking soda, baking powder, and spices until dough comes together. Wrap well and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Roll cookie dough into 1-inch balls and roll in sugar to coat. Arrange on rimmed baking sheets. Bake for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 47.2 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

DARK MOLASSES GINGER GINGER COOKIES



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It doesn't get any easier than this! With a double snap of ginger, these dark, soft, chewy cookies keep well and freeze well. (You wouldn't guess that these are a drop cookie.) =)

Provided by Aroostook

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 22m

Yield 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup sugar
1 cup molasses
1 cup margarine
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons finely chopped crystallized ginger (optional)
2 eggs
3 3/4 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • Beat margarine, sugar, salt, molasses, ginger and eggs together in a large bowl for one minute.
  • Sift flour and baking soda and add to molasses mixture.
  • Drop by teaspoonsful on a greased cookie sheet.
  • Flatten using the flat bottom of a glass dipped in water.
  • Bake for 12 minutes.
  • Remove the very soft cookies to a cooling rack using a spatula.

GINGER MOLASSES COOKIES RECIPE



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Chewy in the center, crispy on the edges, and perfectly spiced, these gingerbread cookies are certain to become a new holiday favorite.

Provided by Jessie Sheehan

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h57m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
Optional: 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
3/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
1 cup dark brown sugar (packed)
1 large egg
1 large egg yolk
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup molasses
Granulated sugar, for rolling

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and white pepper, if using.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until smooth.
  • Add the egg and yolk one at a time, whisking after each addition.
  • Add the vanilla and molasses and whisk until smooth.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and gently fold with a flexible spatula to combine. Place the dough in the refrigerator until it has a scoopable texture, or about 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Scoop the dough into 1 1/2 tablespoon balls using a small ice cream scoop or measuring spoons.
  • Roll each ball in granulated sugar and place on the prepared cookie sheets, about 12 balls per sheet. Place the sheets in the freezer to firm up for about 30 minutes to an hour. This will prevent the cookies from spreading when baked.
  • Roll the cookie balls in granulated sugar again for extra sparkle. Bake for about 12 minutes until the tops are cracked and the cookies are slightly puffy. Once removed from the oven, flatten each cookie lightly with a spatula. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 51 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 189 mg, Sugar 14 g, Fat 9 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CHEWY GINGER MOLASSES COOKIES



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Molasses adds sweetness to these cookies and gives chewiness to every bite. Eat at least one warm right off the cooling rack with a tumbler of cold milk.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 15m

Yield Makes: about 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup sugar, plus more for rolling
1/3 cup molasses
1 large egg

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Whisk the flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, cloves and salt together in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • Beat the butter and sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until well combined, about 3 minutes. Add the molasses and egg and beat until lighter in color, about 3 minutes. Add the flour mixture and mix on low until well blended.
  • Using a tablespoon, form the dough into 1-inch balls and roll in sugar. Place each ball 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake until golden and crackled, 12 to 15 minutes; the cookies will still be a little soft. Baking these in 3 batches one sheet at a time gets you the nice, crackly top. The second sheet of cookies can stay on the counter until ready to bake. Form the remaining dough, roll the balls in sugar and place on the now cooled first baking sheet. Allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, and then remove to a rack to cool completely.

MOLASSES-GINGERBREAD COOKIES



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These cookies have a dark color and a pronounced molasses flavor. If you are making the Gingerbread Town-Square Cake, you can use this template to trace and cut out the different townhouse shapes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes about 2 dozen town houses, 4 dozen deer or trees, or 6 dozen men

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
4 teaspoons ground ginger
4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cloves
1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 sticks (16 tablespoons) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup packed dark-brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups unsulfured molasses
Royal Icing for Gingerbread Cookies

Steps:

  • Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and spices in a medium bowl.
  • Beat butter and sugar with a mixer on medium-high speed until fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in molasses. Reduce speed to low. Gradually add flour mixture, and beat until just combined. Divide dough into 3 portions, and wrap each in plastic. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. On a generously floured piece of parchment, roll dough to a scant 1/4 inch thick. Brush off excess flour. Slide dough and parchment onto baking sheets, and freeze for 15 minutes.
  • Cut out desired shapes. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheets, and freeze for 15 minutes.
  • Bake cookies for 6 minutes. Remove sheets from oven, and tap them firmly on counter to flatten cookies. Return to oven, rotating sheets, and bake until crisp but not darkened, 6 to 8 minutes more. Let cool on sheets on wire racks.
  • Spoon icing into a pastry bag fitted with a very small plain round tip (such as Ateco #0 or #1). Pipe designs on cookies. Let cookies stand at room temperature until set, at least 2 hours (preferably overnight).

Tips:

  • Use dark molasses for a richer flavor. Dark molasses is thicker and has a more robust flavor than light molasses. Opt for unsulphured dark molasses for the best taste.
  • Chill the dough before baking. Chilling the dough will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing the dough will make the cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cookies at a high temperature. A high oven temperature will help the cookies set quickly and prevent them from becoming too soft.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. The cookies will continue to soften as they cool. Let them cool completely before storing them in an airtight container at room temperature.

Conclusion:

These dark molasses ginger cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. With their soft, chewy texture and warm, spicy flavor, they're perfect for any occasion. Whether you're baking them for a holiday party or just enjoying them as a sweet snack, these cookies are sure to be a hit.

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