Gingerbread Men
Delightful and charming cookies that are a fun holiday tradition, perfect for both baking and decorating with family and friends.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure the butter is softened for easy mixing.
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar. Then, add the molasses, egg, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until combined.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thick and cut out shapes with cookie cutters.
- Place the cookies on a lined baking sheet and bake them in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes.
- Let them cool on a wire rack and decorate as you like!
Notes
To keep your Gingerbread Men fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They can also be frozen for up to three months. Get creative with decorations using icing, sprinkles, or candies!