Spiced Holiday Bliss Cookies
Experience the delightful flavors of the season with these Spiced Holiday Bliss Cookies, inspired by Grandma Flossie's cherished recipe. These soft, chewy cookies are infused with a perfect blend of aromatic spices and sweet molasses, making them a standout treat for holiday cookie swaps, cozy gatherings, or simply to enjoy with a warm cup of tea or coffee. Each cookie is rolled in sugar for a delightful crunch on the outside and a soft, flavorful center that will leave everyone asking for more. Whether you're baking for friends, family, or yourself, these cookies capture the essence of the holidays in every bite.
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
sugar
1 cup (granulated)
butter
3/4 cup (softened (not melted))
egg
1 (beaten)
molasses
1/4 cup (unsulphured)
flour
2 cups (all-purpose)
baking soda
2 teaspoons (sifted)
cinnamon
1 teaspoon (ground)
nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon (ground)
allspice
1/4 teaspoon (ground)
clove
1/4 teaspoon (ground)
salt
1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
3
Add the egg and molasses to the butter mixture, mixing well until fully combined.
4
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and clove. This ensures an even distribution of the dry ingredients and spices.
5
Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6
Using your hands, roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Roll each ball in sugar until fully coated.
7
Place the sugar-coated dough balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the tops lightly with additional sugar while they are still warm.
9
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Note: Chilling the dough between batches will help maintain the shape of the cookies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spiced Holiday Bliss Cookies?
Spiced Holiday Bliss Cookies are soft, chewy treats inspired by Grandma Flossie's recipe, featuring aromatic spices and sweet molasses.
Who inspired the recipe for these cookies?
The recipe is inspired by Grandma Flossie's cherished holiday recipe.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long should I cream the sugar and butter?
You should cream the sugar and softened butter for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
What kind of butter should I use for this recipe?
Use 3/4 cup of softened butter, ensuring it is not melted.
What type of molasses is required?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of unsulphured molasses.
Which dry ingredients need to be sifted?
You should sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and clove.
Why is it important to sift the dry ingredients?
Sifting ensures an even distribution of the dry ingredients and aromatic spices throughout the dough.
How should I add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture?
Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined without overmixing.
What size should I roll the cookie dough into?
Roll the dough into small balls that are approximately 1 inch in diameter.
How should the dough balls be prepared before baking?
Each dough ball should be rolled in sugar until fully coated.
How far apart should I place the dough balls on the baking sheet?
Space the sugar-coated dough balls about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
What should I use to line the baking sheet?
The baking sheet should be lined with parchment paper.
How long do the Spiced Holiday Bliss Cookies take to bake?
Bake the cookies for 12 to 15 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are finished baking?
The cookies are done when the edges are lightly golden.
Should I add anything to the cookies immediately after baking?
Yes, sprinkle the tops lightly with additional sugar while the cookies are still warm.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
Why should I chill the dough between batches?
Chilling the dough between batches helps the cookies maintain their shape during baking.
What are the primary spices used in this recipe?
The primary spices are cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and ground clove.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients in total.
What is the texture of these cookies?
These cookies are soft and chewy on the inside with a delightful sugar-coated crunch on the outside.
Are these cookies suitable for a cookie swap?
Yes, they are a standout treat perfect for holiday cookie swaps and festive gatherings.
What can I serve with these cookies?
They are excellent when enjoyed with a warm cup of tea or coffee.
What type of flour is used?
The recipe uses 2 cups of all-purpose flour.
How much baking soda is required?
The recipe requires 2 teaspoons of sifted baking soda.
Is salt included in the ingredient list?
Yes, the recipe uses 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
How many eggs are needed?
One beaten egg is required for this recipe.
What is the preparation for the sugar used in the dough?
The dough uses 1 cup of granulated sugar.
Are there any specific tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include cookies, holiday baking, spiced cookies, dessert, sweet treats, cookie swap, and molasses cookies.
Can I bake these for any occasion?
While perfect for the holidays, they can be enjoyed anytime you want a spiced, flavorful treat.