Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Brown Butter Maple Glaze Gingerbread Cookies, a festive twist on a beloved classic. These cookies combine the rich, nutty essence of brown butter with the sweetness of a glossy maple glaze, creating an irresistible treat perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Infused with warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, each bite offers a comforting experience that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Easy to make and beautiful to present, these cookies are not only a delicious addition to your dessert table but also a thoughtful homemade gift for loved ones.
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (brown)
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- ⅓ cup unsulfured molasses
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, spices, and salt. Set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter until golden brown and nutty. Let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine brown sugar and browned butter; whisk until smooth. Add egg, molasses, and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually stir dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop dough into balls and place on prepared baking sheet with space in between.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set; cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a rack.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar and maple syrup until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg