Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies

Iron-rich comfort for your cycle.

There’s something deeply grounding about the scent of ginger and molasses wafting through the kitchen—especially during your menstrual phase, when your body is calling for warmth, rest, and replenishment. These chewy ginger molasses cookies are more than just a cozy treat; they’re a functional bite of nourishment, rich in iron, trace minerals, and anti-inflammatory ginger to support your body as it rebuilds. The blackstrap molasses is a powerhouse during menstruation and the early follicular phase, helping to restore iron lost through bleeding and energizing you gently as you enter the rebuilding stage of your cycle. Paired with sprouted spelt flour (or a gluten-free blend), mineral-rich coconut sugar, and hormone-supportive grass-fed butter, each cookie is a delicious act of self-care.

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INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups sprouted spelt flour (or use a gluten-free 1:1 flour blend)

• ½ cup coconut sugar

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• 1 tsp baking soda

• ¼ tsp fine sea salt or mineral salt

• 8 tbsp (1 stick) melted grass-fed butter (or sub melted coconut oil—texture may be slightly less chewy but still delightful)

• ⅓ cup blackstrap molasses

• 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger (or 2 tsp ground ginger)

• 1 egg

INSTRUCTIONS

• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, coconut sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.

• In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter (or oil), molasses, ginger, and egg. Whisk until smooth.

• Add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture and stir until a dough forms. Use your hands if needed to fully incorporate.

• Cover and chill the dough in the fridge for at least 1 hour (or overnight for deeper flavor).

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

• Roll dough into tablespoon-sized balls, placing them about 2 inches apart. (They’ll spread as they bake.)

• Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly browned and the centers are soft but set.

• Let cool for 5 minutes on the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.

RECIPE NOTES/TIPS

• Keep a batch of these cookies on hand for your cycle’s most tender days, and experience the comfort that comes when food meets function—crafted with love.

• These cookies freeze beautifully, making them the perfect make-ahead treat. You can bake them during your luteal phase when you're naturally nesting and prepping, then freeze in an airtight container or silicone bag for up to 2 months. When your menstrual or follicular phase arrives, simply thaw a few at room temperature for 15–20 minutes(or warm gently in a toaster oven for that fresh-baked coziness). Functional, nourishing, and ready when you need them most.