Recipe: Ginger Creams
Description: These Ginger Creams are a delightful molasses cookie topped with smooth and creamy vanilla frosting, making them a cherished family favorite for years! ๐ Theyโre not only delicious but also freeze exceptionally well, perfect for stocking up on these treats for later enjoyment.
- Recipe Category: Drop Cookies
- Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Low Protein, < 30 Mins, Easy
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 1 batch
- Servings: Depending on the size, makes about 2 dozen cookies.
Ingredients:
| For Cookies | For Frosting |
|---|---|
| โ 1/2 cup sugar | โ 3 cups powdered sugar |
| โ 1/2 cup water | โ 1/3 cup butter |
| โ 1/2 cup molasses | โ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
| โ 1/3 cup shortening | โ 2 tablespoons milk |
| โ 1 large egg | |
| โ 2 cups all-purpose flour | |
| โ 1 teaspoon ground ginger | |
| โ 1/2 teaspoon salt | |
| โ 1/2 teaspoon baking soda | |
| โ 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg | |
| โ 1/2 teaspoon ground clove | |
| โ 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
Instructions:
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For Cookies:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, water, molasses, shortening, and egg, stirring until well blended.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, ginger, salt, baking soda, nutmeg, clove, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the molasses mixture, stirring until a smooth dough forms.
- Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC).
- Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked.
- Remove from the oven and transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely before frosting.
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For Frosting:
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat together the powdered sugar and butter until well combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the milk, beating until the frosting is smooth and of spreading consistency. Add more milk if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
- Once the cookies have cooled completely, frost each cookie with the vanilla frosting using a knife or spatula.
- Allow the frosting to set before serving, then enjoy these delightful Ginger Creams with your loved ones! ๐
These Ginger Creams are perfect for any occasion, whether itโs a holiday gathering, a cozy night in, or simply as a special treat for yourself. With their rich molasses flavor and creamy vanilla frosting, theyโre sure to become a new favorite in your household too!
