Iced Ginger Cookies

Soft, spiced, and perfectly sweet, these Iced Ginger Cookies are your new holiday go-to treat! Featuring a warm medley of ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves balanced by the deep richness of molasses, these cookies bake up with irresistibly crisp edges and tender centers. The finishing touch? A silky vanilla icing that melts into each bite, adding a lovely sweetness to complement the bold spices. Ready in just 30 minutes, these easy-to-make cookies are perfect for festive gatherings, gifting, or indulging with a hot cup of tea. Plus, they keep well for days, making them an ideal make-ahead dessert for busy holiday seasons. Whether you're a fan of classic gingerbread flavors or searching for a decadent spiced cookie recipe, these iced ginger cookies are guaranteed to delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 32/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 170 grams unsalted butter
• 200 grams granulated sugar
• 100 grams brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 80 ml molasses
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 300 grams all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 120 grams powdered sugar
• 1.5 tablespoons milk
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, and mix until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms.

Step 6

Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion the dough into small balls (about 1.5 tablespoons each), and place them on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Lightly flatten each dough ball with the back of a spoon.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.

Step 9

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

While the cookies cool, prepare the icing. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 11

Drizzle or spread the icing over the cooled cookies. Allow the icing to set for about 30 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1099.8 grams (1099.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4400

Total Fat 157.40g	202%
Saturated Fat 87.80g	439%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 598mg	199%
Sodium 3291mg	143%
Total Carbohydrate 735.00g	267%
Dietary Fiber 10.30g	37%
Total Sugars 498.00g
Protein 39.90g	80%

Vitamin D 64IU	318%
Calcium 474mg	36%
Iron 21mg	118%
Potassium 2223mg	47%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.4%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 65.1%