Description
Chewy Gingerbread Man Cookies are the quintessential festive treat, bringing warmth and joy to any gathering. Infused with a delightful blend of spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, these cookies boast a chewy texture that will quickly become a favorite among family and friends. Perfect for decorating with icing or sprinkles, they can be customized for any occasion. Whether enjoyed with a hot beverage or gifted in festive packaging, these cookies are sure to spread holiday cheer. Baking these treats is not only simple but also a fun activity for kids and adults alike—making it a must-try recipe this season!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Cup Molasses
- 1 Cup Butter Flavored Shortening
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 1 Large Egg
- 2 teaspoons Baking Soda
- 3/4 teaspoon Ground Cloves
- 3 teaspoons Cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Ground Ginger
- 6 Cups Flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine molasses, butter-flavored shortening, sugar, egg, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ground cloves, cinnamon, salt, and ground ginger.
- Gradually add the dry mix to the wet ingredients while stirring until dough forms.
- On a floured surface, roll out dough to about 1/4 inch thick. Use cookie cutters to shape the cookies and place them on baking sheets.
- Bake for approximately 10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
- Allow cookies to cool completely on wire racks before decorating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg