Gingerbread Men
Gingerbread Men are a classic holiday treat with a delightful spicy flavor, perfect for decorating and sharing with loved ones during the festive season.
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 your butter is soft but not melted.
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- In another large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
- Beat in the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut out shapes using cookie cutters and place them on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are firm.
- Allow cooling before decorating as desired.
Notes
Store your Gingerbread Men in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week. They can also be frozen in a freezer-safe container or bag. Make sure to thaw them at room temperature before serving. Experiment with different spices like nutmeg or add chopped nuts for extra texture.