Why You’ll Love Them
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Soft and chewy center
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Perfect balance of spice and sweetness
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Stay fresh for days (great for gifting)
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Simple ingredients, big flavor
Ingredients
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¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup brown sugar
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1 large egg
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¼ cup molasses
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2¼ cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking soda
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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½ teaspoon ground cloves
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¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional but delicious)
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¼ cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Mix in egg and molasses until smooth.
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In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.
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Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients until just combined.
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Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and roll in granulated sugar.
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Place 2 inches apart on baking sheet.
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Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set but centers are soft.
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Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a rack.
Pro Tips for the BEST Cookies
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Slightly underbake for ultra-soft centers
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Chill dough 20 minutes if your kitchen is warm
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Add a pinch of black pepper for subtle depth
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Sprinkle with coarse sugar for extra sparkle
Optional Glaze (for extra holiday flair)
Whisk together:
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1–2 tablespoons milk
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½ teaspoon vanilla
Drizzle once cookies are fully cooled.
Make-Ahead & Storage
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Dough can be refrigerated up to 3 days
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Baked cookies freeze beautifully
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Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days