⭐ Soft Ginger Cookies With Vanilla Frosting

🧾 Ingredients

For the Ginger Cookies

• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

• 2 teaspoons ground ginger

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon ground cloves

• ½ teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon baking powder

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 large egg

• 1 tablespoon molasses

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Frosting

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

• 2 cups powdered sugar

• 1–2 tablespoons milk or cream

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• A pinch of salt

• Christmas sprinkles

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Make the Cookie Dough

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together: flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).

3. Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.

4. Add the dry ingredients and mix just until combined — do not overmix.

5. Chill dough 15–20 minutes (optional but helps shape and texture).

2. Bake the Cookies

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