Elaine's Lemon Frosted Ginger Cookies

Delight your senses with Elaine's Lemon Frosted Ginger Cookies, a perfect balance of warm spice and zesty citrus! These soft, chewy ginger cookies are infused with the bold flavors of ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, offering a comforting spiced base. What truly sets them apart is the luscious lemon frosting, made with fresh lemon juice and zest, which adds a bright and tangy finish to each bite. Ideal for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a flavorful treat, these cookies are easy to prepare and ready in under 30 minutes. With a melt-in-your-mouth texture and the perfect harmony of sweet and tangy flavors, Elaine's Lemon Frosted Ginger Cookies will quickly become a family favorite. Serve them at tea time, as a dessert, or pack them up for a delicious edible gift!

Nutriscore Rating: 32/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup molasses
• 1 large egg
• 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the molasses and egg until fully combined.

Step 4

In another bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Step 6

Roll heaping tablespoons of dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.

Step 8

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

To make the frosting, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest in a small bowl until smooth and spreadable.

Step 10

Once the cookies are completely cool, use a small offset spatula or the back of a spoon to spread the lemon frosting over the tops of each cookie.

Step 11

Let the frosting set for 15-20 minutes before serving or storing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1025.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4081.1

Total Fat 154.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 607.0mg	0%
Sodium 2654.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 654.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 438.0g
Protein 36.5g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 306.4mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 1652.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.5%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 63.0%