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Ginger Molasses Cookies with Eggnog Buttercream

A delightful treat that blends the warmth of holiday spices with creamy eggnog buttercream for a festive dessert experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened At room temperature for optimal creaming
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar, for rolling For a sparkling finish
For the Eggnog Buttercream
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons eggnog
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, ground cloves, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract to the mixture and mix until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a smooth dough forms.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and then roll each ball in granulated sugar.
  7. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes. Let them cool on a wire rack.
Eggnog Buttercream
  1. Beat the softened butter in a bowl until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, eggnog, nutmeg, and vanilla extract, beating until fluffy.
  3. Frost each cooled cookie with the eggnog buttercream.

Notes

Ensure your butter is at room temperature for optimal creaming. Consider adding chocolate chips or nuts for a unique twist. If the dough is too sticky, chill in the refrigerator.