Disney’s Molasses Crackle Cookies – Soft, Spiced & Magically Crackled

Disney’s Molasses Crackle Cookies – Soft, Spiced & Magically Crackled

These Disney’s Molasses Crackle Cookies bring the warm, cozy magic of Disney parks into your kitchen. Soft-baked with perfectly crackled tops, deeply spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, and sweetened with rich molasses, these cookies taste like holiday nostalgia in every bite. They’re chewy in the center, lightly crisp on the edges, and rolled in sugar for that sparkling crackle finish Disney is known for. Whether you’re baking for Christmas, cookie trays, movie nights, or just craving some Disney magic, these cookies are pure comfort — classic, cozy, and magical.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Servings: 20 Cookies

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground cloves
½ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

¾ cup unsalted butter softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
¼ cup molasses unsulphured
1 tsp vanilla extract

For Rolling

½ cup granulated sugar

Equipment

Mixing bowls
Electric mixer
Baking sheets
Parchment paper
Cookie scoop
Cooling rack

Method

Step 1: Combine Dry Ingredients

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line baking sheets with parchment.
In a bowl whisk together:
flour
baking soda
ginger
cinnamon
cloves
salt
Set aside.

Step 2: Cream Butter & Sugar

Beat together:
softened butter
granulated sugar
Mix for 2–3 minutes until fluffy.
Add egg, molasses, and vanilla.
Beat until fully combined and smooth.

Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients

Add dry mixture to wet ingredients.
Mix on low until a soft, thick dough forms.
Let dough rest for 10 minutes (helps flavor + structure).

Step 4: Scoop & Roll

Scoop dough into 1–2 tablespoon balls.
Roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat completely.
Place on baking sheet spaced 2 inches apart.

Step 5: Bake

Bake 8–10 minutes until:
tops are crackled
edges are set
centers still look soft
(They firm up as they cool.)
Let cool on tray 5–10 minutes for perfect chewiness.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Freezing

Room Temp: 5–6 days, airtight container
Fridge: 1 week
Freeze baked cookies: 2 months
Freeze dough balls: 3 months (roll in sugar before freezing)

🥄 Variations

Disney Gingerbread Version
Add ½ teaspoon extra ginger + a pinch of nutmeg.

Chocolate Molasses Crackles
Add ¼ cup cocoa powder.

Soft Molasses Sugar Cookies
Chill dough 30 minutes for thicker cookies.

White Chocolate Drizzle
Drizzle melted white chocolate over cooled cookies.

Orange Spice Twist
Add 1 tablespoon orange zest.

Maple Molasses Cookies
Replace 2 tbsp sugar with maple syrup.

Stuffed Marshmallow Version
Wrap dough around one mini marshmallow.

Crispier Crackle Cookies
Bake 1–2 minutes longer.

Chewy Brown Sugar Version
Replace ½ cup granulated sugar with brown sugar.

Holiday Sparkle
Roll in coarse sanding sugar for extra shine.

❓ 10 FAQs

Why aren’t my cookies crackling?
Dough may be too warm — chill 10 minutes.

Can I make them softer?
Bake on the lower end (8 minutes).

Can I make them crispier?
Bake 11–12 minutes.

Is molasses required?
Yes — it gives the classic flavor and texture.

Can I use blackstrap molasses?
Too strong and bitter — use unsulphured molasses.

Can I reduce the spices?
Yes — but Disney’s version is quite spiced.

Why did my cookies spread too much?
Butter was too soft — chill dough lightly.

Can kids help make these?
Absolutely — rolling in sugar is fun!

Can I add mix-ins?
White chocolate chips or toffee bits are great additions.

Should the dough be sticky?
Slightly sticky is normal — helps create crackles.

🏁 Conclusion

These Disney’s Molasses Crackle Cookies are everything a holiday cookie should be: soft, spiced, chewy, sparkly, and beautifully crackled. They capture classic Christmas warmth with a touch of Disney charm — perfect for cookie exchanges, holiday parties, or enjoying with a mug of hot cocoa.

Magic in every bite — no park ticket required.