Description
These soft gingerbread cookies with maple glaze blend warm holiday spices with a tender, chewy texture. They make a cozy Christmas treat perfect for gifting, parties, or kids holiday baking. The maple glaze adds sweetness and shine that completes each cookie beautifully.
Ingredients
¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
⅓ cup molasses
2¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking soda
¾ tsp salt
1–2 tsp ground ginger
(Optional) Granulated sugar for rolling
1 Tbsp melted butter (glaze)
1 Tbsp pure maple syrup (glaze)
1½ cups powdered sugar (glaze)
2 Tbsp milk, plus more if needed (glaze)
Pinch of salt (glaze)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and molasses, mixing until smooth and fully combined.
4. Whisk flour, baking soda, salt and ginger in a separate bowl.
5. Add dry ingredients into the wet mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
6. Scoop dough into small balls and optionally roll in granulated sugar.
7. Place on baking sheet, leaving space to allow for spreading.
8. Bake 9–11 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
9. Cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
10. Whisk melted butter, maple syrup, powdered sugar, milk and salt to make the glaze.
11. Dip cooled cookies into glaze and let excess drip off.
12. Place glazed cookies on wax paper and let glaze set before serving.
Notes
Measure flour lightly to prevent dry cookies.
Avoid overbaking to maintain a soft, tender center.
Chill dough for 15–30 minutes if it feels sticky or too soft.
Store cookies in an airtight container; a piece of bread inside helps keep them soft.
Glaze only once cookies are completely cool so it sets smoothly.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American