Description
Gingerbread Man Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that combines the warm, spicy flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and molasses. These charming cookies are not only fun to bake but also serve as a perfect canvas for creativity when it comes to decorating. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or enjoying cozy moments with family, these gingerbread men are sure to bring joy to any occasion. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create delicious cookies that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Decorating icing and assorted candies
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with brown sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in molasses, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients until a dough forms.
- Chill the dough for at least 2 hours wrapped in plastic wrap.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface and cut into shapes using gingerbread man cookie cutters.
- Bake on parchment-lined sheets for 8-10 minutes until edges are firm but centers remain soft.
- Cool completely before decorating with icing and candies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg