Description
Ginger molasses sandwich cookies with eggnog frosting weave holiday magic between two spiced, chewy cookies and creamy seasonal filling. Festive flavors dance together, creating a sweet celebration perfect for winter gatherings with friends and family.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet and Sweet Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup (170 grams) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup (113 grams) molasses (not blackstrap)
- 1/3 cup turbinado or granulated sugar
Frosting Ingredients:
- 6 tablespoons (85 grams) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 2.5 cups (300 grams) icing sugar, sifted
- 3/4 tablespoons eggnog
- 1/4 teaspoon rum extract (optional)
Instructions
- Combine all dry ingredients in a spacious mixing vessel, whisking ground spices, flour, baking soda, and salt until perfectly integrated. This process guarantees uniform distribution of flavors and leavening agents.
- Cream softened butter and brown sugar using an electric mixer at medium velocity until the mixture transforms into a light, airy consistency without any visible sugar granules, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Introduce egg, additional egg yolk, vanilla extract, and rich molasses into the butter mixture. Blend thoroughly until the ingredients create a smooth, homogeneous texture.
- Transition mixer to low speed and gently fold dry ingredients into wet components. Mix until just combined, avoiding excessive stirring which could compromise cookie texture.
- Shield dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for minimum 30 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and dough to firm. Chilling enhances structural integrity and deepens taste profile.
- After chilling, remove dough and prepare for shaping. The rested mixture will be more manageable and less sticky.
- Preheat oven to 350°F, creating an optimal baking environment for these aromatic sandwich cookies.
- Portion and shape chilled dough into uniform rounds, ensuring consistent size for even baking and aesthetic presentation.
Notes
- Freshly ground spices intensify the warm, aromatic flavor profile of these festive cookies, elevating their taste beyond pre-ground alternatives.
- Chill the dough thoroughly to prevent spreading during baking, ensuring perfectly shaped, crisp-edged sandwich cookies with a soft center.
- Swap wheat flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend to accommodate dietary restrictions without compromising the rich, complex flavor.
- Adjust eggnog frosting’s consistency by adding more powdered sugar for thickness or a splash of milk to thin it out, creating your ideal sandwich filling.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg