These are the Best Chewy Molasses Cookies ever, and a must make Christmas cookie tradition! The perfectly crackled tops and chewy insides are irresistible!
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These amazing cookies have earned their place on our Christmas cookie trays every year. I have been making them for a long time, tweaking the recipe a little each time until they were just right.
No more tweaking necessary – these are truly the best!
My husband and kids all LOVE these cookies. They have the perfect amount of warm, comforting spices – they basically taste like a Christmas hug.
What are some of your favorite cookies to make each Christmas? Our list has become quite extensive, as we’ve had more kids. I think we made 20 varieties last year!
The flavors of gingerbread are a newly, much requested favorite around here. These Soft and Chewy Gingerbread Bars with Eggnog Frosting were a huge hit last year, and my kids have been asking me to make this Gingerbread Fudge all year long!
The combination of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg is just such a cozy combination. There’s not much better than watching snow fall outside your window with a nice hot latte, and a plate of these Chewy Molasses Cookies! Comfort and joy!
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Melissa says
These are delicious. I was doubtful of the amount of baking soda, and mine were puffy in the oven, but they crinkled and cracked like they were supposed to, and flattened as they cooled.
This is my new favorite cookie!,,
suzette says
do recommend using cloves also in the ingredients? i notice others use it..Was just curious.Thanks
Mandi says
I made and sent these cookies across country to a friend, in transit for a week, and they were still amazingly soft, chewy and delicious!! Great recipe!!
Sharon says
Delicious! Will definitely make them again. Chilled the dough overnight and they came out fine. Baked them only 7 min. Like them slightly underdone. Perfect. Crispy and chewy.s
Zora Adams says
Just made these over the weekend and I don’t think I’ve ever made a more perfect cookie! My cookies never look like the picture in the recipe and so I am so impressed that they not only look perfect but the are chewy and so yummy…. seriously, these are gonna be made every year from now on! I wish I could post a picture!😁
Susan says
Very good cookie and taste amazing warm Love it!
Bev Witmer says
One of my favorite cookies, growing up, was Archway,s molasses cookies. This recipe is the closest I’ve ever eaten. Absolutely delicious!
Devon Joy says
What type of molasses do you use for the recipe
Michelle says
The granulated sugar at end of recipe, does that go into the cookie dough as well it was that for costing afterwards?
Stephanie Brubaker says
Sorry for the confusion, the granulated sugar at the end is just for rolling the cookie dough balls in. Enjoy!
Jennifer says
Can I freeze the dough? I’m thinking of making & gifting some different cookie doughs for coworkers, and I would love to include this one. If it makes a difference, I am freezing it in paper pint containers.
Stephanie Brubaker says
You sure can! What a great gift idea 🙂
Joe says
Is the granulated sugar added to the brown sugar or is it to just for rolling and coating of the cookies before baking?
Stephanie Brubaker says
The granulated sugar is used just for rolling the dough balls in. These are a huge favorite in our house, hoe you enjoy them too!
Raquel says
Do you have to chill these in the refrigerator for 2 hours?
Stephanie Brubaker says
Yes. Chilling helps keep the cookies from spreading too much!
Dana says
Mine came out flat and thin. They tasted great but didn’t look like yours. Any suggestions?
Stephanie Brubaker says
Sounds like they needed longer chill time, or even a little more flour. Hope you make them again – these are our favorite cookies!
Allie says
Can you chill for longer than 2 hours??
Stephanie Brubaker says
Yes 🙂
Lydia says
These are amazing. My husband even said better than chocolate chip! Thanks for a superb recipe!
Mrs. H.G. Clark says
Good morning! You mention these are freezable. Is that before or after being baked? I am in need of freezable dough to make it easy for when the grandchildren come to make cookies for Santa.
Looking forward to your reply. Wishing you and yours a happy Christmas season filled with great health, loved ones, laughter, and tons of fabulous memories.
Sherri says
I make these and dip half in white chocolate. 😋
Shari Johnson says
Is a tablespoon of Baking Soda correct in your recipe? Seems like a lot.(?)
Stephanie Brubaker says
One tablespoon is correct. More than most cookies, but these need it 🙂 Enjoy!
Cindy says
What temperature did you cook these on?
Stephanie Brubaker says
350. Hope you enjoy!