Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with our Gingerbread Frosting: Cinnamon Molasses Dream. This rich, creamy frosting combines warm spices and sweet molasses, making it the perfect finishing touch for gingerbread cookies, cakes, and more. Its delightful flavor profile evokes holiday nostalgia, ensuring each bite is a celebration of joy and warmth. Whether you’re decorating for a holiday gathering or simply treating yourself, this frosting will elevate your baked goods to new heights.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 2 tsp cinnamon (freshly ground)
- 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering ingredients and tools like a mixing bowl and electric mixer.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, mixing until fully combined without lumps.
- Mix in cinnamon, molasses, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Adjust consistency with milk or more powdered sugar as needed.
- Transfer the frosting to a piping bag or use a spatula to spread it over your favorite baked goods.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg