Healthy Molasses Cookies

Indulge in the rich, spiced flavors of these Healthy Molasses Cookies—a guilt-free treat crafted with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, coconut oil, and unsulphured molasses. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, these soft and chewy cookies deliver all the comforting warmth of a traditional favorite while using natural sweeteners like coconut sugar. Whether you enjoy them plain or with a delightful turbinado sugar coating for added crunch, these cookies come together in just 25 minutes, making them ideal for a quick yet nutritious homemade snack. Serve with a cup of hot tea or coffee for a cozy, health-conscious indulgence that’s perfect for any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Coconut oil (melted)
• 0.5 cup Unsulphured molasses
• 0.5 cup Coconut sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Turbinado sugar (optional, for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted coconut oil, unsulphured molasses, and coconut sugar. Mix well until smooth.

Step 4

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the wet ingredients. Beat until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Stir until the cookie dough forms and no streaks of flour remain.

Step 6

If desired, place the turbinado sugar in a small bowl. Scoop out 1-tablespoon portions of dough, roll them into balls, and, if using, roll each ball in the turbinado sugar to coat.

Step 7

Place the cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the cookies are set but still soft in the center.

Step 9

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Enjoy your healthy molasses cookies with a warm cup of tea or coffee!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	727.6 grams (727.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2976

Total Fat 130.80g	168%
Saturated Fat 104.30g	522%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 220mg	73%
Sodium 2023mg	88%
Total Carbohydrate 446.50g	162%
Dietary Fiber 31.10g	111%
Total Sugars 263.50g
Protein 38.90g	78%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 389mg	30%
Iron 20mg	111%
Potassium 2838mg	60%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.7%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 57.3%