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Ginger Molasses Cookies with Creamy Eggnog Frosting

Chewy, spiced ginger molasses cookies sandwiched with a thick, gooey, nutmeg-laced eggnog buttercream frosting. The ultimate holiday treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookie, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Christmas
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ginger Molasses Cookies
  • 2.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp ground cloves
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter softened (1.5 sticks)
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar plus 1/4 cup for rolling
  • 0.5 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.33 cup dark molasses thick, heavy viscous
Creamy Eggnog Frosting
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened (1 stick)
  • 3 cup powdered sugar sifted
  • 0.25 cup eggnog full-fat recommended
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
  2. Cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat in egg and then dark molasses until combined.
  3. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined. Cover dough and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll dough into 1-inch balls and roll completely in reserved granulated sugar.
  5. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft. Cool on baking sheet for 5 mins, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
  6. For the frosting: Beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, alternating with eggnog, until thick and smooth.
  7. Beat in vanilla, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until the frosting is thick, gooey, and viscous.
  8. Sandwich the cooled cookies with a generous scoop of frosting, pressing gently until it squishes out slightly.

Notes

Do not overbake the cookies to ensure they remain soft and chewy in the center. Chill the dough to prevent spreading. Adjust frosting thickness with powdered sugar or eggnog.