Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
• In a large bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in molasses and egg, then gradually add milk.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
• Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
• While cookies cool, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until combined. Stir in the eggnog and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
• Once cookies are completely cooled, frost with the eggnog frosting.