Iced Molasses Cookies

Molasses cookies have been enjoyed in the United States since colonial times, and they are often associated with the holiday season.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Iced Molasses Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 2880

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Dark molasses
• 1 unit Large egg
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon Milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the molasses and egg until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
7. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are set.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes.
9. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk to make the icing.
11. Drizzle the icing over the cooled cookies.
12. Allow the icing to set before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 10g

Protein 1g2%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.