Iced Gingerbread Cookies

MozieNovember 1, 2023

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iced gingerbread cookies

You know how the smell of something can transport you back to another moment in time? The smell of gingerbread cookies baking in the oven, instantly takes us back to when we were little, baking in the kitchen with our mom. It’s some of the most special moments we shared during the holidays each year.

If you’re on the hunt for a delicious, simple gingerbread cookie to make this year, we’ve got you covered! Made with dark molasses, brown sugar and delicious warm spices, these cookies are the perfect dessert to make for any holiday gathering this year!

Iced Gingerbread Cookies

iced gingerbread cookies

Ingredients:

  • Flour: We prefer using all-purpose flour when we make cookies.
  • Baking Powder: Baking powder helps these cookies rise.
  • Salt: Salt balances out the sweetness of the cookies and enhances the flavors of the spices as well.
  • Spices: The spices in these iced gingerbread molasses cookies are ginger, cinnamon and cloves—the perfect holiday blend.
  • Butter: We recommend using unsalted butter for these cookies.
  • Brown Sugar: Brown sugar gives these cookies a delicious flavor and pairs well with the molasses.
  • Granulated Sugar: 1/4 cup of granulated sugar is added to the mix to lighten the consistency of the cookies.
  • Eggs: Eggs add structure and flavor to the gingerbread cookies.
  • Vanilla: We love using Trader Joe’s vanilla bean paste during the holidays. We always stock up when they release it in the fall. Otherwise vanilla extract works amazing too!
  • Molasses: Molasses is what gives the gingerbread cookie it’s iconic flavor. 
iced gingerbread cookies

Direction Snapshot:

  1. Combine the dry ingredients.
  2. Cream the cold butter and sugars. Combine the rest of the wet ingredients with the butter mixture. Mix in the dry ingredients until the dough is just combined.
  3. Chill the dough for 30 minutes. Scoop the dough out with a cookie scoop. Bake on 375°F for 18-20 minutes.
  4. Allow the cookies to cool. Whisk together the ingredients for the icing. Dip the cookies in the icing and let the icing harden (about 5-10 minutes)
  5. Enjoy with a cup of coffee, tea or cocoa!


iced gingerbread cookies
iced gingerbread cookies

Tips for Success:

  • Use COLD Butter: Cold butter is essential for this recipe. It’s what makes these cookies a thicker texture and gives them a delicious buttery taste.
  • Cube the Butter Before Creaming: We recommend cutting the butter into small cubes before creaming. This will help the butter to break down easier. If you were to put two large butter sticks in the there, butter may fly everywhere and would take more time to cream together evenly.
  • Chill the Dough: The dough will need to chill for 30 minutes before baking—otherwise the cookies may spread out more than hoped for. In that time, you can preheat the oven to the desired temperature.
iced gingerbread cookies
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miso yuzu chicken wings

Miso Yuzu Chicken Wings

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Asian-inspired spiced ginger chicken wings coated in a super savory miso yuzu sauce, sprinkled with sesame seeds and green onions. 

  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

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1/2 cup miso paste

1/4 cup soy sauce

2 tbsp honey

1 tbsp rice vinegar

2 tsp sesame oil

1/2 cup yuzu soda (can sub with a ginger lemon olipop soda or just add a bit of lemon zest

2 lbs chicken wings

2 tsp garlic powder

2 tsp ginger powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp pepper

2 tbsp baking powder

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together miso glaze ingredients. Pour into a skillet and simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes until thickened. 
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F. Remove chicken wings from package and pat dry with paper towel until wings are completely dry. 
  3. In a small bowl, mix salt, garlic powder, ginger, pepper and baking powder. Sprinkle over wings and toss or rub into chicken to coat all pieces evenly.
  4. Lay wings in a single layer on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Place in the oven and bake for 20-30 minutes until cooked through to 165°F. 
  5. Remove from the oven and let the wings cool for 5 minutes. 
  6. Place the wings in the sauce one by one to evenly coat and place on serving plat. 
  7. Sprinkle with chopped green onions, sesame seeds and lime zest. 
  • Author: Mozie Team
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Category: appetizer
  • Method: cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian American

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