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Ginger Molasses Cream Pie Cookies

Deliciously chewy ginger molasses cookies filled with a light and fluffy cream filling, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy afternoons.
Servings 24 cookies
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes

Ingredients

For the Ginger Molasses Cookies

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Ensure flour is measured properly.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is at room temperature.
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar Brown sugar enhances flavor.
  • 1/4 cup molasses Use unsulfured molasses for best results.
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cream Filling

  • 1 cup heavy cream Use cold heavy cream for better whipping.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preparation of Cookies

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set this aside.
  • In another larger bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract into the butter and sugar mixture. Mix well until combined.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  • Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are slightly crisp and the centers look set. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Make the Cream Filling

  • In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with an electric mixer until it starts to thicken.
  • Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue whisking until stiff peaks form.
  • Once the cookies are completely cool, spoon or pipe the cream filling onto the bottom of one cookie. Top with another cookie to create a sandwich. Repeat until all cookies are filled.

Notes

Avoid overmixing the dough. Make sure to let the cookies cool completely before adding the cream filling to prevent melting.
Calories: 162kcal
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baking, Cookies, Cream Filling, Ginger Molasses Cookies, Holiday Treats