Let’s dive into making some scrumptious Soft Gingerbread Cookies this holiday! Imagine biting into a soft, pillowy cookie with a slightly crisp edge, filled with the warm flavors of ginger spice and molasses. These cookies are absolutely delightful!
Ingredients:
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For the Gingerbread Cookies:
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup molasses
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (300 grams)
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 to 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- Extra granulated sugar for rolling
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For the Maple Glaze:
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (180 grams)
- 2 tablespoons milk (add a tiny bit more if needed)
- A pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
- In a stand mixer, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and molasses, mixing until well incorporated.
- Gradually add in the flour, baking soda, salt, and ginger. Mix until you have a soft dough.
- Form the dough into small balls, slightly smaller than a golf ball, and roll them in sugar.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes. Once done, remove the cookies from the pan to let them sink and flatten slightly as they cool.
- For the glaze, whisk together all the glaze ingredients until smooth. It should be thick but dippable. Adjust the thickness by adding a bit more milk if necessary.
- Dip one side of each cooled cookie into the maple glaze, letting excess drip off. Place them on wax paper and sprinkle some festive decorations on top before the glaze sets.
Tips:
- If your first batch of cookies spreads too much, try adding an extra tablespoon or two of flour to the dough for the next batch.
- The maple glaze adds a delicious twist, but if you’re traveling with these cookies, consider a sturdier alternative like a white chocolate and coconut oil mix which holds up better.
Enjoy baking these tasty treats that are sure to bring a touch of warmth and joy to your holiday celebrations!
