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Soft Gingerbread Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Soft Gingerbread Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

  • Total Time: 58 minute
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (option)

Ingredients

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  • For the Cookies:
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup unsulphured molasses
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk (if needed for consistency)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This usually takes about 3 minutes with an electric mixer.
  2. Add the egg and molasses to the butter mixture. Beat well until everything is smooth and fully combined.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed just until the flour disappears. Do not overmix the dough.
  5. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This makes the dough easier to handle and improves the texture.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  7. Scoop about 1.5 tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. The edges should be set, but the centers should still look slightly soft. Do not overbake!
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. While the cookies cool, make the frosting. Beat the cream cheese and butter together until very smooth.
  11. Slowly add the powdered sugar one cup at a time, beating on low speed. Stir in the vanilla extract. If the frosting is too thick, add a splash of milk.
  12. Once the cookies are completely cold, spread a thick layer of frosting over each one.
  • Cook Time: Not specified

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