Soft Gingerbread Cookies with Maple Glaze
Indulge in the festive spirit with Soft Gingerbread Cookies with Maple Glaze, a delightful treat perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home. These cookies are soft and pillowy, infused with the warm flavors of ginger and molasses, making them a seasonal favorite. Topped with a luscious maple glaze, they are not only delicious but also visually appealing. Easy to make and versatile in decoration, these cookies can be customized to impress your friends and family. Ideal for gifting or enjoying yourself, this comforting recipe embodies the essence of the holidays.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup molasses
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1–2 teaspoons ground ginger
- Granulated sugar for rolling
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Pinch of salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a stand mixer, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and molasses until well combined.
- Gradually add flour, baking soda, salt, and ground ginger; mix until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop small balls of dough, roll them in sugar, and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes; allow cookies to cool slightly before transferring.
- For the glaze, whisk melted butter, maple syrup, powdered sugar, milk, and salt until smooth. Dip cooled cookies into glaze and let set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg