Are you looking for a fun and delicious way to decorate your gingerbread cookies? Look no further than this gingerbread man frosting recipe. With a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, this frosting is sure to add the perfect finishing touch to your holiday treats.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth.
- Add in the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, and continue to mix until well combined.
- Mix in the vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg until thoroughly combined.
- Gradually add in the milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
- Use a piping bag or knife to decorate your gingerbread men cookies with the frosting.
Nutritional Information
Per serving (1 tablespoon):
- Calories: 70
- Total Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
- Sodium: 1mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 10g
- Sugars: 10g
- Protein: 0g
Cooking Time
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer or hand mixer
- Piping bag or knife for decorating
Serving Suggestions
This frosting is perfect for decorating gingerbread men cookies or any other holiday treats. Serve your cookies with a glass of milk or hot cocoa for a cozy and delicious treat.
Variations
To switch up the flavor of this frosting, try using different spices such as cloves or allspice. You can also add a tablespoon of molasses for a deeper flavor.
Substitutions
- If you don’t have unsalted butter, you can use salted butter but reduce or omit the added salt in the recipe.
- You can use almond or soy milk instead of regular milk for a dairy-free option.
Storage
Store any leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Bring the frosting to room temperature and stir well before using.
Tips
- Make sure your butter is softened before mixing it with the powdered sugar to avoid any lumps in the frosting.
- If your frosting is too thick, add more milk. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar.
- To make your frosting extra festive, add food coloring or sprinkles!
Notes
This recipe makes enough frosting for about 24 gingerbread men cookies, depending on the size of your cookies and how much frosting you use.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I make this frosting ahead of time? Yes, you can make the frosting up to one week in advance and store it in the refrigerator.
- Can I freeze this frosting? While it’s not recommended to freeze frosting, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Can I use this frosting on other types of cookies? Absolutely! This frosting would be delicious on sugar cookies, snickerdoodles, or any other holiday treats.
Personal Thoughts
This gingerbread man frosting recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to add some fun and flavor to their holiday baking. The combination of spices and sweetness is perfect for gingerbread cookies, and the frosting is easy to make and decorate with. I highly recommend giving this recipe a try!