Spiced Moravian Ginger Cookies

Spiced Moravian Ginger Cookies, a vegetarian treat that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy snack. These cookies are rich in ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, offering a sweet and spicy profile that will tantalize your taste buds. Made with all-purpose flour, they are not suitable for those with gluten or dairy allergies, but you can easily substitute with whole wheat flour for a healthier twist.

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Recipe Collection: Dessert

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 13 minutes

Overview

Moravian Ginger Cookies II offer a delightful and lower-fat treat compared to traditional cookies, without compromising on flavor. Richly spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, these cookies provide a warm and aromatic experience. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a sweet snack, you can opt for whole wheat flour to make them healthier.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Gluten, Dairy

Cuisine

German

Ingredients

• 0.33 Cup molasses
• 0.25 Cup shortening
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) brown sugar, packed
• 1.25 Cups all-purpose flour
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) baking soda
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) baking powder
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) cinnamon, ground
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) ginger, ground
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) cloves, ground
• 1 Pinch nutmeg, ground
• 1 Pinch allspice, ground
• 1 Cup confectioners' sugar
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) vanilla extract
• 1.5 Tablespoons (tbsp) half-and-half cream

Steps

1. In a large bowl, mix together the molasses, shortening, and packed brown sugar.
2. Stir in the flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, and spices until well combined.
3. Cover the dough and refrigerate for about 4 hours or until firm.
4. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
5. Roll out half of the dough at a time to 1/8 inch thickness on a floured cloth-covered surface.
6. Cut the dough into 3-inch rounds using a floured cutter.
7. Place the cookies about 1/2 inch apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.
8. Bake the cookies for 5-8 minutes, depending on thickness, until they are light brown.
9. Immediately remove the cookies from the cookie sheet and allow them to cool completely.
10. To make the frosting, mix the confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, and half-and-half until smooth and of spreading consistency.
11. Spread the frosting on the cooled cookies and serve.

Enjoy these delightful Spiced Moravian Ginger Cookies with your loved ones!