Get ready to transform your baking game with these irresistible Molasses Cream Pie Cookies that combine the rich, deep flavors of classic molasses cookies with a luxurious whipped cream topping. Imagine biting into a perfectly spiced, soft cookie that melts in your mouth, crowned with a cloud-like dollop of fresh cream – this recipe is about to become your new obsession! Whether you're a seasoned baker or a kitchen newbie, these cookies promise to deliver a showstopping dessert that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add the molasses and egg to the butter mixture, beating until well combined and smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and salt to ensure even distribution of spices and leavening agent.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers appear set but still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cookies are completely cooled, pipe or dollop whipped cream on top of each cookie just before serving.
- For best results, serve immediately after adding whipped cream to maintain the cream's texture and prevent soaking into the cookie.
Tips
- Butter Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted. Room temperature butter creates the perfect creamy base for your cookie dough.
- Don't Overmix: When combining wet and dry ingredients, mix just until incorporated. Overmixing can lead to tough, dense cookies.
- Uniform Cookie Size: Use a cookie scoop for consistent sizing, which helps ensure even baking.
- Cooling is Crucial: Let cookies cool completely before adding whipped cream to prevent melting and soggy results.
- Fresh Cream Tip: Whip your cream just before serving for the best texture and flavor.
- Storage Hack: If not serving immediately, store cookies and cream separately, adding the cream just before eating.
- Spice Intensity: Feel free to adjust spice levels to your taste – a bit more ginger or cinnamon can add extra warmth.
- Make Ahead: Cookie dough can be prepared in advance and refrigerated for up to 2 days before baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 40mg
