Best 4 Frosted Molasses Cookies Recipes

Soft and delectable, frosted molasses cookies are a timeless treat that fills the kitchen with a sweet, spicy aroma. These cookies have a chewy, molasses-flavored base that pairs perfectly with a creamy, slightly tangy frosting. Whether you prefer a classic or a more creative presentation, frosted molasses cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. With a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you'll have a batch of these delightful cookies ready to enjoy in no time.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

FROSTED MOLASSES COOKIES

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If my family knows I've baked these cookies, they're sure to gobble them up in a hurry.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 8 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
3 large egg yolks, room temperature
1 cup molasses
1/2 cup water
5 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking soda
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
FROSTING:
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 egg whites
1/4 cup water
1 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolks, molasses and water. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until easy to handle., On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. round cookie cutter. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until edges are firm. Remove to wire racks to cool. , For frosting, combine the sugar, egg whites and water in a small heavy saucepan over low heat. With a hand mixer, beat on low speed for 1 minute. Continue beating on low over low heat until frosting reaches 160°, about 8-10 minutes. Pour into the bowl of a heavy-duty stand mixer; add confectioners' sugar. Beat on high until frosting forms stiff peaks, about 7 minutes. Frost cookies. Let stand until dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 132mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

FROSTED MOLASSES GINGER SANDWICH COOKIES

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I use a doughnut cutter to make these. They have icing in between.

Provided by RAMB

Categories Desserts Cookies Spice Cookie Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup margarine
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
½ cup molasses
2 ½ teaspoons baking soda
3 tablespoons boiling water
4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon margarine
3 tablespoons boiling water
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
⅛ teaspoon salt
2 ½ cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup margarine and sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg and molasses until well blended. Dissolve the baking soda in boiling water; stir into the molasses mixture. Gradually mix in the flour to make a smooth dough. Cover and chill dough for at least 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to 1/8 inch in thickness. Cut into circles using a 3 inch round cutter. Cut a smaller 1 inch circle out of half of the cookies. It is easier to cut the center hole after the cookies have been placed onto the cookie sheets. Place cookies 1 inch apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
Bake for 7 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until edges begin to darken. Allow cookies to cool completely before sandwiching. Frost solid cookies and place a cookie with the center hole on top.
To make the frosting: Beat 1 tablespoon of margarine and water together. Blend in the ginger and salt. Gradually beat in the confectioners' sugar until the desired consistency is reached. Sandwich between cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Carbohydrate 44.5 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 242.2 mg, Sugar 25.1 g

FROSTED MOLASSES SPICE COOKIES

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"These frosted spice cookies are always picked first at the holiday bake sale," says Muriel Lerdal, a field editor from Humboldt, Iowa.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 45m

Yield about 7-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup dark molasses
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons ground ginger
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 cup buttermilk
FROSTING:
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup shortening
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar
4 teaspoons 2% milk
Colored sprinkles, optional

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°. Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, molasses and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt and spices; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well. , Drop dough by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake until set, 7-9 minutes. Remove to wire racks; cool completely., For frosting, beat butter, shortening and ginger until light and fluffy; beat in vanilla. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar and milk. Spread over cookies. If desired, decorate with sprinkles. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 84mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

FROSTED MOLASSES COOKIES

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This was one of my favorite cookies growing up and now it's one of my daughter's favs. A nice moist cookie that tastes fantastic with butter/confectioner's sugar frosting.

Provided by wife2abadge

Categories Drop Cookies

Time 22m

Yield 48 cookies, 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup shortening
1 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
2/3 cup light molasses
3/4 cup sour milk
4 cups flour
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ginger

Steps:

Cream shortening and brown sugar.
Stir in eggs and molasses.
Stir together the flour and spices in a separate bowl.
Add the milk alternately with flour mixture until blended, but don't overmix.
Drop by tablespoonfuls onto greased baking sheet.
Bake at 350 degrees 10-12 minutes.
Cool and frost with buttercream frosting.

Tips:

Use unsulphured molasses for the best flavor and color.
Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature before creaming them together.
Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Gradually add the flour, baking soda, salt, and spices.
Stir in the molasses until well combined.
Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before baking.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set and just starting to brown around the edges.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frost the cooled cookies with your favorite frosting.

Conclusion:

Frosted molasses cookies are a classic holiday treat that are easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With their chewy texture, rich molasses flavor, and creamy frosting, these cookies are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So next time you're looking for a delicious and festive cookie to bake, give these frosted molasses cookies a try.