Spiced Molasses Cookies with Dark Rum Glaze
These delightful Spiced Molasses Cookies, infused with rich spices and sweet molasses, offer a warm, comforting flavor perfect for any occasion. With a hint of dark rum glaze that adds a sophisticated touch, these cookies are sure to impress friends and family alike. The ingenious method of wetting your hands while rolling the dough prevents stickiness and enhances the adherence of the sugar coating. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or allow them to cool completely for an even better flavor experience. The cookies also make for an excellent gifting option, making your holiday season, or any special gathering, extra memorable.
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Servings
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Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sugar
1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup (For coating and mixing)
Flour
2 1/4 cups (All-purpose flour, sifted)
Baking Soda
1 teaspoon
Cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons (Ground)
Ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons (Ground)
Clove
1/2 teaspoon (Ground)
Allspice
1/4 teaspoon (Ground)
Pepper
1/4 teaspoon (Ground)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon
Unsalted Butter
12 tablespoons (Softened)
Dark Brown Sugar
1/3 cup (Packed)
Egg Yolk
1 large
Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon
Molasses
1/3 cup (Light or dark)
Confectioners' Sugar
1 cup
Dark Rum
3 tablespoons
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and adjust the oven rack to the middle position. Spread 1/2 cup of sugar in a shallow dish and set aside for later use.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, spices (cinnamon, ginger, clove, allspice, pepper) and salt until well combined. Set aside.
3
In another large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, dark brown sugar, and the remaining 1/3 cup of sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-6 minutes.
4
Incorporate the egg yolk and vanilla into the butter-sugar mixture until well combined, which should take about 30 seconds. Add the molasses and beat until fully incorporated, scraping down the sides as necessary.
5
With the mixer on low speed, gradually blend in the flour mixture until everything is just combined, which should take about another 30 seconds. Ensure you give the dough a final stir with a rubber spatula to make sure it's uniformly mixed. The dough should be soft.
6
Using wet hands, roll approximately 2 tablespoons of dough into balls, then roll each ball in the prepared sugar until fully coated. Place the sugar-coated balls on two parchment-lined baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between them.
7
Bake one sheet at a time, rotating halfway through, for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and the tops are cracked but the centers remain soft. Peek through the cracks to check the doneness.
8
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes. You can serve them warm or transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
9
To prepare the dark rum glaze, whisk together the confectioners' sugar and dark rum in a bowl until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and allow it to set for 10-15 minutes before serving.
10
For an alternative variation without rum glaze, consider adding 1 teaspoon of grated orange zest to the dough when mixing in the molasses. For rolling, process 2/3 cup sugar with 2 teaspoons of grated orange zest in a food processor until fragrant.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spiced Molasses Cookies with Dark Rum Glaze?
They are warm, comforting cookies infused with ginger, cinnamon, and molasses, finished with a sophisticated dark rum glaze.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
How much sugar is needed for coating the cookies?
You need 1/2 cup of sugar spread in a shallow dish for the coating.
What spices are used in the flour mixture?
The flour mixture includes cinnamon, ginger, clove, allspice, and pepper.
How much butter is required?
The recipe calls for 12 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter.
How long should I beat the butter and sugar?
Beat the butter and sugars on medium speed for 3-6 minutes until light and fluffy.
Does this recipe use a whole egg?
No, it only uses one large egg yolk.
What kind of molasses can I use?
You can use 1/3 cup of either light or dark molasses.
How do I prevent the dough from sticking to my hands?
Use wet hands while rolling the dough into balls to prevent stickiness.
How large should the dough balls be?
Roll approximately 2 tablespoons of dough into each ball.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake them for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set.
How do I know when the cookies are done?
The edges should be set and the tops cracked, but the centers should remain soft.
How many cookies should I bake at once?
Bake one sheet at a time, rotating it halfway through the baking time.
How long should the cookies cool on the sheet?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before moving them.
What is the dark rum glaze made of?
The glaze is a mixture of 1 cup confectioners' sugar and 3 tablespoons of dark rum.
Can I make these without rum?
Yes, there is an alternative variation using orange zest instead of the rum glaze.
How much vanilla extract is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
What type of brown sugar is required?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of packed dark brown sugar.
How much flour is needed?
You will need 2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour.
How much space should be between cookies on the sheet?
Leave about 2 inches of space between each sugar-coated ball.
How do I make the orange sugar for the variation?
Process 2/3 cup sugar with 2 teaspoons of grated orange zest in a food processor.
How much baking soda is used?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
How much ground ginger is used?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 teaspoons of ground ginger.
Is there pepper in these cookies?
Yes, it contains 1/4 teaspoon of ground pepper for a subtle spice.
What is the purpose of rotating the pan?
Rotating the pan halfway through ensures even baking.
When should I drizzle the glaze?
Drizzle the glaze over the cookies once they have cooled completely.
How long does the glaze take to set?
The glaze takes about 10-15 minutes to set before serving.
Where should the oven rack be positioned?
Adjust the oven rack to the middle position for best results.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are 16 ingredients required for the full recipe including the glaze.