Description
Gingerbread Latte Cookies are the perfect blend of festive flavors, combining the warmth of classic gingerbread with the rich essence of coffee. These cookies are an ideal treat for holiday gatherings, cozy evenings by the fire, or as delightful gifts to share with loved ones. With a soft and chewy texture enhanced by spices like ginger and cinnamon, and a hint of espresso powder for that unique twist, these cookies will impress every coffee lover. Drizzled with a sweet coffee glaze, they not only taste amazing but also look beautiful on any dessert platter.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups All-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
- 2 tsp Baking soda
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 2 tsp Ground ginger
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp Ground clove
- 1 tbsp Espresso powder
- 1 1/2 sticks Unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup Brown Sugar (dark or light)
- 1/4 cup White granulated sugar
- 1 Large egg (room temperature)
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup Molasses
- White granulated sugar (for rolling)
- 1 1/2 cup Powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1/4 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp Espresso or strong coffee (adjust as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, spices, and espresso powder.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with both sugars until fluffy. Mix in egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mix; add molasses and stir until smooth.
- Roll dough into 2-tablespoon balls, roll in granulated sugar, and place on baking sheets.
- Bake for 13 minutes until edges firm up; cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- For glaze, mix powdered sugar with cinnamon and espresso until desired consistency is reached. Drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg