Dorset's Best Biscuits: Dorset Gingerbread Cookies With Lemon Glaze
Dorset's Best Biscuits: Dorset Gingerbread Cookies with Lemon Glaze are a delightful treat that combines the warm flavors of gingerbread with a zesty lemon glaze. These cookies are perfect for enjoying with a cup of tea or as a sweet snack any time of the day.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until well combined.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten the balls slightly with the bottom of a glass.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice to create the glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies.
- Allow the glaze to set before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 12 minutes
- Total time:
- 32 minutes
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 120 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 18g
- Fat
- 5g
- Protein
- 2g
Supplies
Baking sheet Parchment paper Medium bowl Large bowl Wire rack
Tools
Whisk Glass for flattening
Serving suggestions
Serve the Dorset Gingerbread Cookies with Lemon Glaze alongside a hot cup of tea for a delightful afternoon treat.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of black pepper to the cookie dough.
Cost
$10