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Ginger Molasses Cookies Starbucks Copycat Best Soft & Chewy Recipe

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These soft and chewy ginger molasses cookies are a Starbucks copycat, featuring a perfect blend of warm spices, rich molasses, and a crackled sugar top. Quick to make, crowd-pleasing, and ideal for gifting or cozy afternoons.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup molasses (regular unsulphured)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup coarse sugar (for rolling, turbinado or granulated)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Mix in molasses, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Use a medium cookie scoop (about 1.5 tbsp) to portion dough. Roll each ball in coarse sugar to coat generously.
  7. Place dough balls on baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set and centers are puffed but still soft. Cookies should crackle on top.
  9. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra chewy cookies, slightly underbake and let them finish setting on the tray. If dough is sticky or it’s a hot day, chill for 20 minutes before baking. Rolling in coarse sugar gives a classic crackle. Adapt for gluten-free or vegan diets by swapping flour and butter/egg. Cookies get spicier and chewier after a day or two. Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep moist.

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