Description
Soft, spiced, and cozy—these Gingerbread Latte Cookies are everything you love about the holiday season in one bite. Infused with warm gingerbread flavor and topped with a silky coffee glaze, they’re finished with a dusting of cinnamon for the perfect latte-inspired touch.
Ingredients
Cookies
¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup brown sugar
⅓ cup molasses
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp cinnamon
½ tsp ground cloves
¼ tsp nutmeg
¼ tsp salt
Coffee Glaze
1 cup powdered sugar
1½ tbsp brewed espresso or strong coffee
½ tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of cinnamon (plus more for topping)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Mix in molasses, egg, and vanilla.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Scoop into 1-inch balls, place on baking sheet, and slightly flatten.
Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until edges are set. Cool completely.
For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, coffee, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
Drizzle or spread glaze over cooled cookies and sprinkle with extra cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 21g