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Nutella Gingerbread Men

Delicious Nutella Gingerbread Men That Will Steal Your Heart

Nutella Gingerbread Men are delightful cookies perfect for holiday gatherings or family treats.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Christmas Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour provides the structure for your delicious cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps the cookies rise to fluffy perfection.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder works in tandem with baking soda for extra lift.
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger adds that signature warming spice flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon enhances holiday aromas and taste.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves contributes a depth of flavor that complements the gingerbread.
  • ½ teaspoon salt balances the sweetness and elevates overall taste.
  • 1 cup butter, softened ensures a rich and creamy cookie texture.
  • ¾ cup brown sugar adds moisture and a hint of caramel flavor.
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar gives that classic sweetness that everyone loves.
  • 1 large egg binds the ingredients together for a uniform dough.
  • ½ cup molasses infuses the cookies with a rich, deep flavor that's simply irresistible.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract rounds out the flavors beautifully.
For the Filling & Topping
  • Nutella the star ingredient that turns these gingerbread men into a decadent treat!
  • Red and green decorations perfect for adding festive flair and excitement to your cookies.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • rolling pin
  • cookie cutters
  • Baking Sheets
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Nutella Gingerbread Men
  1. In a large bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 2 teaspoons of ground ginger, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of ground cloves, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Whisk everything together until well mixed.
  2. In another large mixing bowl, beat 1 cup of softened butter with ¾ cup of brown sugar and ¾ cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in 1 large egg, ½ cup of molasses, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the creamed butter mixture. Mix until well combined.
  4. Gradually incorporate the whisked dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough begins to form.
  5. Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper.
  7. On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about ¼-inch thickness.
  8. Use gingerbread man cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place each cutout onto your prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies appear firm and slightly golden.
  10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
  11. Spread a generous amount of Nutella over the flat side of half the cookies and top with another cookie half to create sandwiches.
  12. Sprinkle vibrant red and green decorations on top of each filled gingerbread man.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Chill the dough for better texture and use parchment paper for easy cookie removal.

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