Dark Chocolate Molasses Cookies

01Method

1. 1

   Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine butter, molasses, cocoa powder, the smaller portion of sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt; mix until thoroughly combined. Add the flour at low speed, mixing only until a firm dough forms.

3. 3

   Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, then coat each ball in the remaining sugar. Arrange on ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

4. 4

   Bake until the tops are puffed and cracked, 8 to 9 minutes. Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 1 minute, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.