Chewy Gingerbread Man Cookies
These delightful Chewy Gingerbread Man Cookies bring the holiday spirit to life with a perfect blend of spices and a chewy texture, making them a cherished family treat.
Ingrédients
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all of your ingredients and set them out on the counter.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface and use cookie cutters to cut out gingerbread shapes.
- Place the cookie shapes on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Decoration
- Once cooled, decorate the cookies with icing, sprinkles, or enjoy them plain.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze them for up to three months. For the best results, ensure precise measurements and avoid overmixing the dough.