Single Serve Ginger Molasses Cookie
Serves 2
Directions
- 1In a medium bowl, use a fork or rubber spatula to stir together the softened butter and sugars until combined.
- 2Mix in the egg yolk, vanilla, and molasses until well combined.
- 3Stir in flour, baking soda, spices, and salt until combined.
- 4Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 5Chill the dough in the fridge.
- 6Scoop the dough into two balls, roll in white granulated sugar, and place on a baking sheet.
- 7Bake until edges are firm and set and the centers are just set.
- 8Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet to set up.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp butter, softened to room temperature
- 2 tbsp brown sugar, packed
- 2 tbsp white sugar
- 1/4 tsp vanilla
- 1 whole egg yolk
- 1 tbsp unsulphured molasses
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- white granulated sugar, for rolling (optional)
Equipment
medium bowlforkrubber spatulabaking sheetparchment paper
Tips
- Cream the butter and sugars by 'smooshing' the mixture against the side of the bowl.
- If you prefer thinner cookies, shape the dough into disc shapes instead of balls.
- Chilling the dough helps prevent excessive spreading.
