Gingerbread Men Cookies
Delightfully spiced and easy to make, these Gingerbread Men Cookies are perfect for festive gatherings and family fun activities during the holidays.
Ingrédients
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
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup molasses
For Decorating
- Royal icing for decorating
- Sprinkles for decorating
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and let the butter come to room temperature.
- Measure out the dry ingredients like flour, baking soda, and spices ahead of time.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
Cream Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Combine Wet Ingredients
- Beat in the egg and molasses until well blended.
Combine Mixtures
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
Chill Dough
- Divide the dough into two discs, wrap them in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Bake Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut out shapes using cookie cutters and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until the cookies are firm to the touch.
- Let them cool completely before decorating.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature. Can freeze for long-term storage.