As the holiday season approaches, the air fills with the delightful scents of cinnamon and spice. It’s the perfect time to bring out the ingredients that make your festive treats extra special. Brown sugar, with its rich and warm flavor, can transform ordinary recipes into extraordinary holiday delights!
Brown Sugar Gingerbread Cookies

Gingerbread Cookies from Sally's Baking Addiction
Rating: 4.7 (388 reviews). Total Time: 4 h 30 min.
Imagine biting into a soft, chewy cookie that bursts with the comforting flavors of ginger and molasses. Brown sugar not only sweetens these cookies but also adds a deep, caramel-like richness that perfectly complements the spices.
Making these cookies is easy and fun! The dough comes together quickly, and the best part is rolling out the dough and using your favorite cookie cutters. With a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top, these cookies are almost too pretty to eat—almost!
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
What makes these gingerbread cookies truly special is their nostalgic quality. They remind many of us of childhood holidays spent baking with family. The smell that fills your kitchen while these cookies are baking is enough to get anyone into the holiday spirit. Plus, they make perfect gifts when wrapped in festive boxes or bags!
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Brown Sugar Glazed Ham

Baked Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze from Spend With Pennies
Rating: 5 (797 reviews). Total Time: 2 hr 35 min.
Brown Sugar Glazed Ham Recipe from The Cookie Rookie
Rating: 4.7 (35 reviews). Total Time: 2 hr 30 min.
Picture a beautifully cooked ham, glistening with a sweet and sticky brown sugar glaze that caramelizes as it bakes. This dish is not just a centerpiece for your holiday table; it’s a showstopper that brings everyone together around the feast.
The combination of brown sugar, mustard, and spices creates a flavor explosion that enhances the natural savory notes of the ham. It’s baked slowly, allowing the glaze to seep in and infuse every slice with mouthwatering goodness. You won’t believe how easy it is to prepare!
- 1 fully cooked ham (about 8-10 pounds)
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Whole cloves for studding the ham (optional)
This Brown Sugar Glazed Ham stands out not only for its taste but also for the memories it helps create. It’s the kind of dish that sparks joy and brings families together, making it a beloved holiday tradition in many homes. Each slice is tender and packed with flavor, leaving everyone craving more, and the leftovers (if there are any!) are just as delicious the next day.








