Molasses Creams

Soft, spicy, and irresistibly creamy, Molasses Creams are the ultimate holiday-inspired sandwich cookie that you'll crave year-round! These tender molasses cookies are infused with warming spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, delivering a rich, aromatic flavor in every bite. The star of the recipe, however, is the luscious cream cheese frosting, delicately flavored with cinnamon and vanilla for a perfectly sweet and tangy finish. Easier to make than they look, these cookies come together quickly with classic pantry staples and bake to perfection in just 10 minutes. Perfect as a decadent dessert for holiday gatherings or a cozy snack with coffee, Molasses Creams are a must-try treat that combines nostalgic flavors with a touch of indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 30/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup molasses
• 1 piece large egg
• 1.5 cups powdered sugar
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until creamy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the molasses and egg to the butter mixture, and beat until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until fully incorporated. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

While the cookies are cooling, prepare the cream filling. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon, and beat until fully combined. Add milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency.

Step 10

Once the cookies are completely cool, spread a generous amount of cream filling on the flat side of one cookie and top with another cookie to create a sandwich.

Step 11

Repeat with the remaining cookies and filling, and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1278.9 grams (1278.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5231

Total Fat 240.20g	308%
Saturated Fat 147.70g	739%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 830mg	277%
Sodium 4250mg	185%
Total Carbohydrate 741.90g	270%
Dietary Fiber 10.90g	39%
Total Sugars 502.30g
Protein 47.40g	95%

Vitamin D 48IU	238%
Calcium 630mg	48%
Iron 24mg	131%
Potassium 2964mg	63%

*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: 40.6%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 55.8%