Description
Elevate your holiday baking with this luscious Gingerbread Frosting, also known as Cinnamon Molasses Dream. This rich, spiced frosting envelops your gingerbread cookies in a cozy blend of cinnamon, molasses, and vanilla. Perfect for festive gatherings or simple indulgence, this delightful treat will evoke cherished childhood memories of baking with loved ones.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- ½ cup dark molasses
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by ensuring the butter is at room temperature.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Gradually add sifted powdered sugar on low speed; increase to medium until fully combined.
- Mix in molasses, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Adjust consistency by adding more powdered sugar for thickness or a splash of milk if too thick.
- Spread or pipe the frosting onto cooled gingerbread cookies and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 15mg