Soft Gingerbread Cookies with Maple Glaze: A Cozy Delight
Enjoy the perfect blend of spices and sweetness in these Soft Gingerbread Cookies topped with a delightful Maple Glaze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, spices, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add the molasses and egg, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until soft and slightly firm.
- Allow to cool completely before glazing.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the ground ginger.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg