Giant Spice Cookies are a delightful treat that captures the warmth and coziness of fall in every bite. These oversized cookies are packed with a rich blend of spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, giving them a deep, aromatic flavor that’s perfect for the cooler months. The cookies have a soft and chewy center with slightly crisp edges, making them the perfect balance of texture. Whether enjoyed with a cup of coffee, tea, or a glass of milk, these Giant Spice Cookies are sure to become a family favorite. Their large size makes them ideal for sharing, but you might find them too irresistible to part with!
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup molasses
- Additional granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg. Set aside.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the Wet Ingredients:
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and molasses until well combined.
- Combine the Mixtures:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- Shape the Cookies:
- Using a large cookie scoop or your hands, form the dough into 2-inch balls. Roll each ball in granulated sugar and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 3 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake:
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These Giant Spice Cookies are a wonderful way to enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of the season. Their large size and rich, spiced flavor make them a perfect treat for sharing with friends and family, or for indulging in a little bit of autumnal sweetness all on your own.
