Description
Ginger Molasses Sandwich Cookies with Buttercream Frosting are the ultimate treat for spice lovers, blending the rich flavors of ginger and molasses in soft, chewy cookies. Sandwiched with a creamy buttercream frosting, these cookies evoke warmth and nostalgia, making them perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy afternoons at home. Experience the delightful contrast of spiced cookies and smooth frosting in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt; set aside.
- Cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy. Beat in egg and molasses until combined.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls onto baking sheets about 2 inches apart; bake for 10 minutes or until edges are set.
- Cool on wire racks while preparing buttercream by beating softened butter with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Assemble cookies by spreading frosting on one cookie and topping it with another.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg