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Gingerbread Man Cookies

Deliciously Soft Gingerbread Man Cookies for the Holidays

These Gingerbread Man Cookies are a festive treat that capture the essence of cozy moments spent baking with loved ones.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Christmas Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour the base for a sturdy yet soft cookie
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger adding that warm, spicy kick
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon a cozy spice that enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda allowing your cookies to rise
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg offering a nutty warmth
  • 1 teaspoon salt balancing sweetness with a savory touch
  • ¾ cup softened butter for a rich, tender texture
  • ¾ cup brown sugar lending deep sweetness and moisture
  • ½ cup molasses a key ingredient for classic flavor
  • 1 large egg binding ingredients together
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adding a sweet aroma and depth

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • cookie cutters
  • Baking Sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
  2. In another bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add molasses, egg, and vanilla to the creamed mixture; mix until well combined.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
  5. Divide dough into two disks, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment.
  7. Roll out dough on a floured surface to ¼ inch thick and use cookie cutters to shape cookies.
  8. Bake cookies for 8-10 minutes until edges are set and centers are soft.
  9. Cool cookies on a wire rack and decorate as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 110mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 7gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill dough for at least 2 hours for best results. Experiment with décor for fun and festive cookies.

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