Gingerbread Man Cookies
Delicious and aromatic cookies perfect for holiday festivities, offering a fun baking and decorating experience for families 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
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's softened but not melted for best texture.
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed Can substitute with white granulated sugar if needed.
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg and molasses, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.
Baking
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut out shapes with cookie cutters and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the edges are firm.
- Let cool before decorating with Royal Icing, Glaze Icing, or Buttercream Frosting.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze in a sealable bag for up to three months. Decorate ahead of time if desired, and store in a cool, dry place.