These Pumpkin Spice Molasses Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with warm fall spices. The combination of molasses, pumpkin spice, and brown sugar creates a rich flavor with a tender texture that melts in your mouth.
Perfect for autumn baking, holiday cookie trays, or cozy evenings with coffee or tea, these cookies fill your kitchen with the comforting aroma of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. They are simple to make and stay soft for days, making them a favorite seasonal treat.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2 ¼ cups | |
| Baking soda | 1 teaspoon | |
| Pumpkin spice | 2 teaspoons | |
| Ground cinnamon | 1 teaspoon | |
| Ground ginger | ½ teaspoon | |
| Salt | ½ teaspoon | |
| Unsalted butter | ¾ cup | Softened |
| Brown sugar | 1 cup | Packed |
| Molasses | ¼ cup | Adds deep flavor |
| Egg | 1 large | Room temperature |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon | |
| Granulated sugar | ¼ cup | For rolling cookies |
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, pumpkin spice, cinnamon, ginger, and salt.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar
In a separate bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Wet Ingredients
Mix in the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Combine the Dough
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
6. Shape the Cookies
Roll dough into small balls and coat them lightly in granulated sugar.
7. Bake
Place on the baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes until the cookies are slightly cracked on top but still soft in the center.
8. Cool and Serve
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Tips for the Best Cookies
- Use dark molasses for deeper flavor.
- Do not overbake to keep the cookies soft and chewy.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes if it feels too sticky.
- Add white chocolate chips for a festive twist.
Storage
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze baked cookies or dough for up to 3 months.
