Soft Ginger Cookies with Glossy Orange Frosting
Indulge in the warm, spiced flavors of holiday cheer with these Soft Ginger Cookies with Glossy Orange Frosting. Perfectly soft and chewy, these cookies are infused with aromatic spices like ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, complemented by the rich sweetness of molasses. Topped with a luscious orange frosting made from fresh orange juice and zest, each bite offers a delightful contrast of tangy citrus and cozy gingerbread warmth. Quick to make in under 30 minutes, these cookies are ideal for festive gatherings or as a sweet homemade gift. Finish with a sprinkle of sparkling sanding sugar for an elegant touch. Whether for Christmas or any special occasion, these frosted ginger cookies will be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams Unsalted butter, softened
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 100 grams Brown sugar, packed
- 1 Egg
- 60 ml Molasses
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 300 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Baking soda
- 1.5 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp Ground ginger
- 0.5 tsp Ground cloves
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 150 grams Powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp Orange juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp Orange zest
- Optional: sanding sugar (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer.
Mix in the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion out dough into 2-tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes. The cookies should look puffed and slightly underbaked in the centers; they will set as they cool.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the frosting, whisk together the powdered sugar, freshly squeezed orange juice, and orange zest until smooth and glossy.
Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread or drizzle the frosting over the tops. Sprinkle with sanding sugar for added sparkle if desired.
Let the frosting set for about 15-20 minutes. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.4 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 2606 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 554.0 g | 201% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 314.3 g | ||
| Protein | 37.7 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 367 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 1854 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
