Coffee-Infused Ginger Molasses Cookies
A spiced, molasses-rich cookie infused with espresso, blending warmth and depth into every bite. Soft, chewy, and unapologetically bold.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- ¼ cup molasses
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp brewed espresso cooled
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ cup granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Beat butter and brown sugar until creamy.
- Mix in molasses, espresso, and egg until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, salt, and baking soda.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- Scoop 1-inch dough balls and roll them in granulated sugar.
- Place on baking sheet 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until edges set.
- Let cookies cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
- Enjoy the dangerously addictive combination of coffee and spice.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Cookie)
- Calories: ~130
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Cookie)
- Iron: 4%
- Calcium: 3%
- Magnesium: 2%
- Vitamin B6: 3%
- Potassium: 2%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes for a thicker cookie.
- Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top for contrast.
- Swap espresso for instant coffee if you’re in a rush.