Cookies are dense and soft like a traditional gingerbread ... RECIPE UPDATE: Molasses naturally has a high mineral content including sodium, so I have eliminated using sea salt flakes in this recipe ... you will still get a slight "salty" kick from the molasses, but if you decide you want more after you have made your first batch, then add ½ tsp of sea salt flakes (or ¼ tsp fine sea salt) next time and work your way from there.