GF Ginger Molasses Cookies (Super Chewy!)
GF Ginger Molasses Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with spicy flavors! They're soft on the inside and slightly crisp on the edges. The cookies are easy to make and perfect holiday cookies!
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg, room temperature
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar, for rolling
Instructions
- Whisk together gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- Cream butter and sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, then stir in molasses and water. Gradually add sifted dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Let the dough rest covered in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a baking sheet or line it with a silicone mat.
- Shape the dough into balls and roll them in the remaining sugar.
- Place the cookies 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store the cookies covered at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can freeze the cookies in an air-tight container or freezer bag.