Spiced Molasses Sugar Cookies

1. Dry Ingredient Mixture

Whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, and allspice in a large bowl.

2. Creaming the Butter

In a separate bowl, beat butter, molasses, and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium-high until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Scrape down the bowl.

3. Incorporating Eggs and Vanilla

Add eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next. Beat in vanilla extract. Scrape the bowl.

4. Combining Dry and Wet Ingredients

Gently mix in the dry ingredients on low speed until just combined.

5. Chilling the Dough

Refrigerate the dough for 30-45 minutes until it's firm enough to handle.

6. Preheat and Prep

Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

7. Rolling in Sugar

Shape heaping tablespoons of dough into balls, then roll them in coarse sugar. If the dough softens, chill for an additional 10-15 minutes.

8. Baking

Place sugared balls 2 inches apart on the prepared tray. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until cookies are puffed and golden brown at the edges.