GRAMMY'S SPICE COOKIES
This recipe for spice cookies came to The Times from Claire Will of San Francisco after a callout for favorite holiday recipes. At first, it seemed rather plain Jane, but the hefty dose of ground cloves (3/4 teaspoon) was what lured me into testing it, and I have to admit I was skeptical. I was soon a believer. Of the five kinds of cookies I served to a group at a holiday party, those crisp-edged, soft-centered beauties were the first to vanish. One friend texted on his way home, "send recipe for spice cookies a.s.a.p."
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dessert
Time 1h
Yield About 3 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375 degrees. Line several baking sheets with parchment paper or nonstick liners.
- Using an electric mixer, beat 12 tablespoons butter with the granulated sugar, molasses and egg until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Slowly beat in flour, baking soda, spices and salt.
- Shape dough into walnut-size balls and place 2 inches apart on baking sheets. Bake until firm, about 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool on wire racks.
- To make the icing, beat remaining 4 tablespoons butter with the confectioners' sugar until smooth. (Go slowly so you don't create a sugar storm.) Beat in the vanilla and enough cream or milk, and whiskey (if using), to make a spreadable frosting. Slather on fully cooled cookies.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 154, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 86 milligrams, Sugar 20 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Kamala Kamaladevineupane
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect size for a snack. They're not too big, but they're not too small either.
Shadrack Thuranira
[email protected]I love the way these cookies crumble in my mouth. They're so soft and chewy.
Jessica Rigsby
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect holiday treat. They're festive, delicious, and easy to make.
Niyingenera Japhet
[email protected]I've never been a big fan of spice cookies, but these cookies have changed my mind. They're so delicious!
T Drilly (Trilly Drill)
[email protected]These cookies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.
Black Eye
[email protected]I love the smell of these cookies baking in the oven. It makes the whole house smell amazing.
Bishnu Kewat
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect way to warm up on a cold winter day.
Miquela Jones
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. These cookies are now my go-to Christmas cookie.
ashik Boss
[email protected]These cookies are so easy to make. I made them with my kids and they had a blast.
Masud Reza
[email protected]I love the way these cookies look. They're so festive and perfect for Christmas.
Jody Rinard
[email protected]These cookies are a great way to use up leftover spices. I always have a few different spices on hand, so I can make these cookies any time.
samantha salmon
[email protected]I made these cookies for my husband and he loved them! He said they were the best cookies he's ever had.
felix
[email protected]These cookies are so good! I love the way the spices complement the sweetness of the cookie. I'll definitely be making these again.
zandile mkhwanazi
[email protected]I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect combination of soft and chewy, with just the right amount of spice.
dennis mutinda
[email protected]These cookies are delicious! I made them for a Christmas party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them.
Allan Harris
[email protected]I love these cookies! They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfect. I've even started experimenting with different spices, like cinnamon and nutmeg.
Marlen Manzanares
[email protected]These cookies were a hit with my family! They're soft and chewy, with the perfect amount of spice. I'll definitely be making them again soon.