Description
Discover the delightful fusion of rich molasses and tangy sourdough in our Fancy Chewy Molasses Cookies with Sourdough Discard. This recipe offers a unique twist on a classic favorite, resulting in irresistibly soft and flavorful treats perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup sourdough discard (unfed)
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- Extra granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together 🧈 butter and 🍬 sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in 🍯 molasses, 🥚 egg, and 🍞 sourdough discard until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 🌾 flour, 🍂 spices, 🧂 salt, and 🥄 baking soda.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll the dough into balls and coat each in 🍬 granulated sugar.
- Place on the baking sheet, spaced apart, and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Enjoy these chewy, flavorful molasses cookies!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 150 per cookie
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6.5g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg