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Gingerbread Men
Gingerbread Men
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Category
Cookies
Servings
12
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Gingerbread men cookies are iconic holiday treats, known for their charming shapes and warm, spiced flavor. These cookies are made with a dough rich in molasses and brown sugar, infused with classic gingerbread spices like ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Rolled out and cut into playful gingerbread man shapes, they bake to a golden brown, with a texture that can range from soft and chewy to crisp and snappy, depending on preference. Once cooled, they are often decorated with royal icing and candy embellishments, giving each cookie a unique personality. Gingerbread men cookies are a festive favorite, evoking holiday cheer and the nostalgia of family traditions.
Ingredients
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2 ½ cups AP Flour
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2 tsp ground ginger
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1 tsp baking soda
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½ tsp cinnamon
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½ tsp allspice
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¼ tsp salt
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1/8 tsp ground cloves
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½ cup unsalted butter
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½ light brown sugar
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¼ cup molasses
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¼ cup pure honey
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1 egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Decorative icing for decor, optional
Directions
In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients and then add it to your wet mixture. Combine with a wooden spoon.
Create a dough ball and wrap it in plastic wrap. Place in fridge for 20-25 mins until chilled. Once chilled, roll out dough and cut out gingerbread men. Place them on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.
In a 350 degree oven, bake for 10 mins. Remove from oven and let cool for 20 mins.
Decorate as desired. Enjoy!