Gingerbread Man Cookies Recipe: Easy Steps for Holiday Cheer
Enjoy the festive spirit with these delightful Gingerbread Man Cookies, perfect for holiday celebrations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup molasses
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and molasses until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Chill the dough for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the dough and cut into gingerbread man shapes.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes.
- Allow to cool before decorating.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a dash of nutmeg.
- Decorate with royal icing for a festive touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Gingerbread, cookies, holiday recipes, festive baking