Description
Ginger Molasses Sandwich Cookies are a nostalgic treat that combines warm ginger and rich molasses, creating a chewy texture with a creamy filling.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cream cheese (for filling)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In a larger bowl, beat together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add molasses, egg, and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet, stirring until just combined.
- Scoop equal portions of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden but centers are still soft. Cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For filling, whip together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and a touch of vanilla.
- Once cookies are cooled, spread or pipe filling between two cookies to make sandwiches.
Notes
These cookies taste even better the next day as the flavors meld beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: ginger, molasses, cookies, dessert, sweet treat