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Gingerbread Men

Delightful and festive gingerbread men cookies, perfect for holiday celebrations and family baking activities.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: gingerbread, cookies, holiday baking, festive treats
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 42 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 150kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1 egg
  • Royal icing for decoration
  • Assorted candies for decoration

Instructions

  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and cloves.
  • In a separate bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
  • Add molasses and egg to the butter mixture, mixing well.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until combined.
  • Divide the dough into two discs, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Roll out one disc of dough on a floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness.
  • Cut out gingerbread men shapes using a cookie cutter.
  • Place the cutouts on parchment-lined baking sheets.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are firm.
  • Let cool completely before decorating with royal icing and candies.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g