Best 2 Frosted Ginger Creams Recipes

Indulge in the delectable delight of Frosted Ginger Creams, a classic confection that tantalizes taste buds with its perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. These bite-sized treats feature a tender, chewy ginger cookie base topped with a luscious, creamy frosting that elevates the experience to pure bliss. With two irresistible variations – a classic Vanilla Frosted Ginger Cream and a zesty Lemon Frosted Ginger Cream – this recipe offers a delightful journey for both ginger enthusiasts and those seeking a unique and flavorful treat. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as you create these frosted ginger creams from scratch, using simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe guarantees a delightful outcome that will impress friends and family alike.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FROSTED GINGER CREAMS

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I have many recipes featuring ginger, but these soft cookies are real gems. The hint of lemon in the cream cheese frosting is a nice complement.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1/4 cup shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1/3 cup molasses
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/3 cup water
FROSTING:
1-1/2 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup plus 3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 to 2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

In a large bowl cream shortening and sugar. Beat in egg and molasses. Combine the flour, ginger, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and cloves; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with water (dough will be soft). , Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 7-8 minutes or until tops are cracked. Remove to wire racks to cool., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla and enough lemon juice to achieve spreading consistency. Frost cookies. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MY GRANDMOTHER'S FROSTED GINGER CREAMS

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This recipe was my grandmothers recipe. I can remember my mother making these and they were always a favorite of mine. Well I like anything with ginger!

Provided by Mary Louise

Categories Cookies

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 c sugar
1 c butter
2 eggs
2/3 c molasses
3 c flour
1 tsp ginger
1/2 tsp cloves
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
1 c luke warm water
1 tsp baking soda
frosting:
6 Tbsp brown sugar
6 Tbsp sweet milk or canned milk
3 Tbsp butter
3 1/2-4 c powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla

Steps:

1. Cream together butter and sugar. Add eggs. Beat until light and fluffy. Add molasses. Blend in.
2. Sift together flour, ginger, cloves, cinnamon and salt.
3. Add baking soda to water.
4. Add dry ingredients and water to egg mixture alternatively.
5. Bake at 350 degrees in a jelly roll pan for 25 minutes or until cake tests done. Cool cake before frosting.
6. To make frosting add brown sugar, milk and butter to a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat and add powdered sugar to thicken. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla. Frost the cake immediately while frosting is warm. Spread as you pour. Frosting sets fast and is hard to spread otherwise. I can not see why you can not frost while the cake is still warm. It might make it easier! Just a tip.

Tips:

Use fresh ginger. Fresh ginger has a more intense flavor than dried ginger, and it will give your cookies a more vibrant color.
Grate the ginger finely. This will help the ginger flavor to distribute evenly throughout the cookies.
Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies to hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
Bake the cookies at a low temperature. This will help to prevent them from over-browning.
Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting to set properly.

Conclusion:

Frosted ginger creams are a delicious and festive cookie that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect frosted ginger creams that will be enjoyed by everyone.