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Gingerbread Men Cookies

Gingerbread Men Cookies: Soft, Chewy, and Holiday-Ready!

Delight in these Gingerbread Men Cookies, soft and chewy with a holiday charm, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 53 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with coconut oil or dairy-free butter.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 1/2 cup Molasses Use unsulfured light or dark molasses based on preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla extract.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Sea salt is recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust based on spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Add more for spiciness.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Optional, adjust based on preference.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cloves Optional, adjust based on preference.
  • 1 large Egg Replace with flax egg for vegan version.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option.
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens the icing.
  • 1/4 cup Milk Use almond milk or coconut milk for dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds flavor to icing.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, melt unsalted butter and add brown sugar, molasses, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Stir in ground cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg, and cloves until fragrant. Incorporate the egg or flax egg, whisking until smooth.
  3. Sprinkle in baking soda and all-purpose flour. Stir until a cohesive dough forms.
  4. Divide dough into halves, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Roll out chilled dough to 1/4 inch thick and cut into Gingerbread Men shapes.
  7. Bake for 7-8 minutes until edges are lightly golden; centers should remain soft.
  8. Let cookies cool on racks, then mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to create frosting and decorate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks; can refrigerate or freeze for longer storage.

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