Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
• In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in egg, vanilla extract, and molasses.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
• In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
• Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
• Place cookies 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.
• Let cookies cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.