Description
Frosted Big & Chewy Gingerbread Cookies are the ultimate holiday treat that combines warm spices and a delightful frosting to create a festive experience. These soft, chewy cookies feature the rich flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and molasses, making them perfect for sharing during cozy gatherings or family celebrations. Easy to make and customizable for various dietary needs, they will quickly become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup dark molasses
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt.
- 3. In another bowl, cream softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- 4. Beat in molasses and egg until well combined.
- 5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- 6. Scoop tablespoon-sized dollops onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- 7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until puffy but still soft in the center. Cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg