Ginger Molasses Sugar Cookies for a Communal Table
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}There's no better time than Thanksgiving to join friends at table and share good food.
This year we've gathered around a virtual table and shared Thanksgiving recipes with our friends at the Food Network, Bon Appetit, Epicurious and more to complete a full, potluck dinner.
We jumped at the chance to give thanks to our sweet tooth, and share some delicious Ginger Molasses Sugar Cookies.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}If you think Thanksgiving desserts have to be all about pie, these Ginger Molasses Sugar Cookies are just the thing to change your mind. With a delicious combination of ginger, cloves and cinnamon it's like biting into the holiday season. They make the perfect addition to any dessert table or can be packaged up decoratively as a hostess gift or party favor for your guests.
Don't forget to scroll down for more great ideas for cocktails, side dishes and mains.
Ginger Molasses Sugar Cookies
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Ingredients:
• 4 1/2 cups of flour
• 4 tsp of ground ginger
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• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp cloves
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• 3 sticks butter - room temperature
• 2 cups granulated sugar
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• 1/2 cup molasses
• White granulated sugar for rolling
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, salt and baking soda. Set aside.
In a large bowl, or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat together the butter and sugar until light a fluffy. About 5 minutes.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Next, add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Beat in molasses. Using a wooden spoon, stir in the dry mixture until incorporated.
Make 2 inch rounds (I like to use an ice cream scoop to insure the cookies are the same size), roll in sugar and bake for 12-14 minutes.
The total time will depend on your particular oven.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Check out more great recipes from our friends at our table:
Cocktails, Appetizers, Salads and Breads:
Liquor.com: Thanksgiving Cocktails
The Kitchn: Goat Cheese Panna Cotta Topped With Canned Cranberry Jelly Cut-Outs
Big Girls Small Kitchen: Braided Biscuits
Epicurious: Chestnut and Sherry Soup
Yahoo! Shine: Spicy Caramelized Onion Jam With Goat Cheese
YumSugar: Kale and Chard Salad with Pomegranates and Hazelnuts
Whole Foods Market: Mixed Green Salad With Pears, Hazelnuts, Blue Cheese and Homemade Croutons
Mains:
FN Dish: Alton Brown's Good Eats Roast Turkey
**Eatocracy: Country Ham With Pickled Peaches
BlogHer Food: Root Vegetable Pot Pie With Cheddar Biscuit Crust
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Cooking Light: Fennel, Sausage, and Caramelized Apple Stuffing
Bon Appetit: Maxine Rapoport's Turkey Stuffing
EatingWell: Green Bean Casserole
Serious Eats: Ultra-Crispy Roasted Potatoes
Oprah.com: David Chang's Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Asian Vinaigrette
Food Republic: Cavatappi With Fontina and Fall Vegetables
Healthy Eats: Green Bean Casserole With Crispy Shallots
The Dining Section:
Real Simple: Brown Sugar-Glazed Carrots With Rosemary and Pecans
The Daily Meal: Bacon Brussels Sprouts
AP/ J.M. Hirsch: Ginger-Pear Cranberry Sauce
Food52: Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions and Goat Cheese
Food.com: Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes
Food & Wine: Swiss Chard and Leek Gratin
All You: Sweet Potato Bake
Desserts:
The Blender/ Williams-Sonoma: Deep-Dish Apple Bourbon Streusel Pie
Southern Living: Pumpkin-Pecan Cheesecake
Cooking Channel: Apple Bread Pudding
Fox News: Ginger Molasses Sugar Cookies
Gourmet Live: Pumpkin Coconut Panna Cotta
Melissa Clark: Sweet Potato Ginger Custard Pie
MyRecipes.com: White Chocolate Cheesecake With Cranberry Currant Compote
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Nothing says Thanksgiving like the sweet-smelling aroma of a Thanksgiving dinner. From plump and juicy turkeys to delectable desserts, send us photos and videos of your Thanksgiving meals.