Soft & Chewy Molasses Cookies

The softest, chewiest ginger molasses cookies ever. So chewy and so good!

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Preheat oven to 375*F. Cream butter and sugar together on high for 2 minutes, until light and fluffy. Add eggs, molasses and vanilla and beat 1 more minute. Add dry ingredients and mix until combined.

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Form dough into balls and roll in granulated sugar.

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Place on baking sheet, leaving space between so the can spread out.

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Bake for 10-12 minutes until the tops are matte and the edges are set. Let cool on pan for 5 minutes. ENJOY.

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"These cookies are absolutely delicious. They are so soft. I shared them on Christmas goodie plates. Many have asked for the recipe."

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Soft & Chewy Molasses Cookies

The softest, chewiest ginger molasses cookies ever. So chewy and so good!

Ready in 20 minutes!

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Preheat oven to 375*F. Cream butter and sugar together on high for 2 minutes, until light and fluffy. Add eggs, molasses and vanilla and beat 1 more minute. Add dry ingredients and mix until combined.

Form dough into balls and roll in granulated sugar.

Place on baking sheet, leaving space between so the can spread out.

Bake for 10-12 minutes until the tops are matte and the edges are set. Let cool on pan for 5 minutes. ENJOY.

"These cookies are absolutely delicious. They are so soft. I shared them on Christmas goodie plates. Many have asked for the recipe."

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