Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies
The ultimate holiday treat, Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies bring together warm spices and creamy frosting for a truly delightful dessert. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights at home, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Oven
- Whisk
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour spooned into measuring cups
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sugar for rolling
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup butter softened
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together 3/4 cup of unsalted butter and 1 cup of packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in 1 egg and 1/4 cup of molasses, mixing until fully combined.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cloves, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
- Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Roll the dough into balls about 1.5 inches in diameter and then roll each ball in 1/2 cup of sugar for rolling.
- Place the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheets, ensuring they are at least 2 inches apart.
- Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Once baked, remove them from the oven and allow the cookies to rest on the cookie sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the frosting, combine 4 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup of softened butter, 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla, and 2 cups of powdered sugar in a medium bowl.
- To assemble, take one cookie, spread a generous layer of frosting on the bottom, and press another cookie on top.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Storage: For optimal freshness, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Freezing: You can freeze unbaked cookie dough for up to three months.
- Pairing: These cookies pair wonderfully with warm beverages like hot cocoa.
- Decorate for the Season: Add sprinkles or a drizzle of melted chocolate for a festive touch.
- Adjust Sweetness: Reduce the amount of sugar slightly for a less sweet cookie.