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Gingerbread Latte Cookies

Gingerbread Latte Cookies for a Cozy Holiday Treat

These Gingerbread Latte Cookies combine festive flavors for a delicious holiday treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 34 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour spoon and level for accurate measurement
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda acts as a leavening agent
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger fresh ground yields best taste
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon classic gingerbread spice
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground clove use sparingly due to strong flavor
  • 1 tablespoon espresso powder enhances coffee flavor
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened for easy mixing
  • 0.75 cup dark brown sugar imparts sweetness and chewiness
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar for rolling the cookies
  • 1 large egg room temperature for incorporation
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor
  • 0.25 cup unsulfured molasses distinct sweetness
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar sift for best texture
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon complements coffee flavor
  • 2 tablespoons brewed espresso or strong coffee adjust for desired thickness

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • parchment paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Gingerbread Latte Cookies
  1. Whisk together dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, clove, and espresso powder in a large bowl.
  2. Cream together softened butter, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a separate bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in room temperature egg, vanilla extract, and molasses until smooth.
  4. Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Roll chilled dough balls in granulated sugar and place on prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until edges are set and centers are slightly puffy.
  9. Cool cookies on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. In a mixing bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, ground cinnamon, and brewed espresso until desired glaze consistency is achieved.
  11. Drizzle glaze over cooled cookies and allow to set for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill dough for at least an hour to prevent overspreading. Use fresh spices for optimal flavor. Pay attention to baking time for chewy texture.

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