Iced Ginger Cookies

April 29, 2017

These easy Iced Ginger Cookies are soft and chewy in texture, with a spicy cinnamon flavor that can be enjoyed anytime of year.

Ginger Cookies:
½ cup sugar
1½ teaspoons ground ginger
½ teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon baking soda
½ cup butter, melted
¼ cup evaporated milk
½ cup unsulfured molasses
¾ teaspoon vanilla
2¼ cups all-purpose flour
Cream Cheese Frosting with Salted Caramel Drizzle:
¼ cup butter, softened
4 ounces cream cheese
2 cups confectioners’ sugar (powdered)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Caramel Drizzle:
½ package (11 oz) wrapped caramels, unwrapped
¼ cup half and half
Sea Salt Flakes
Maple Icing with Bacon Bits:
1 (4 oz) package cream cheese
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 cups confectioners’ sugar, powdered
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon maple flavored extract
6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped

Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or Silpat baking mat. In a large bowl, combine the sugar, ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt and baking soda. Mix well. Add the melted butter,...
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Nutritions

Calories
293

Sodium
237mg
9% DV

Fat
13g
21% DV

Protein
4g
8% DV

Carbs
36g
12% DV

Fiber
1g
5% DV