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Achieving the perfect shape and doneness in your Spicy & Sweet Chewy Molasses Cookies requires careful attention during the rolling and baking stages. Here are some essential tips to ensure your cookies come out just right:

Spicy & Sweet Chewy Molasses Cookies

Indulge in the warmth of Spicy & Sweet Chewy Molasses Cookies, a delightful treat that combines rich molasses with a hint of spice for a truly unique flavor. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings, these cookies feature a chewy texture and an inviting aroma that fills your home. With easy-to-follow instructions, you can whip up a batch that will surely be a hit among family and friends. Enjoy these with your favorite beverage and create lasting memories.
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Ingredients
  

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon ground ginger

1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup packed brown sugar

1/2 cup unsulfured molasses

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)

Instructions
 

Preheat Your Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

    Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and cayenne pepper. Set aside.

      Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the softened butter and brown sugar together on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).

        Add Molasses and Egg: Beat in the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.

          Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies soft and chewy.

            Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes (this helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much while baking).

              Roll the Cookies: Once chilled, use a cookie scoop or your hands to form dough balls (about 1.5 inches in diameter). Roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat.

                Bake: Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops look slightly cracked.

                  Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

                    Serve and Enjoy: Once cooled, enjoy these chewy, spicy, and sweet cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage!

                      Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 30 mins | 45 mins | 24 cookies