Description
A rich, spiced frosting that evokes cozy holiday memories, perfect for gingerbread cookies and other desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the workspace: Gather all ingredients before you begin.
- Cream the butter: Beat softened unsalted butter until light and fluffy—about 2 minutes.
- Add the powdered sugar: Gradually mix in the powdered sugar, one cup at a time.
- Incorporate the molasses: Add the molasses, vanilla extract, and heavy cream, and mix until combined.
- Spice it up: Add ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and any optional spices, beating until combined.
- Whip to velvety perfection: Gradually add more heavy cream until the desired consistency is reached.
- Chill and use: Refrigerate for 30 minutes if a firmer texture is desired.
Notes
For lighter frosting, substitute butter with coconut oil and use powdered erythritol for a sugar-free alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: gingerbread, frosting, holiday, dessert, creamy, spices