GIngerbread Men

5 / 5 (1 reviews)

Gingerbread men are classic Christmas cookies plus they make the house smell amazing.

By: Cookingwithcocktailrings (via Cookingwithcocktailrings)
Original Publish: Dec 17, 2020
Last Updated: Mar 1, 2026
Prep: 260 mins
Cook: 10 mins
Yields: 18, 18 cookies

Nutrition Facts

176 kcalCalories
3 gProtein
23 gCarbs
8 gFat
Finished GIngerbread Men

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Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and nutmeg then set aside.

  2. Add the butter and brown sugar to the bowl of a stand mixer and beat until light and fluffy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.

  3. Add the molasses, egg and vanilla, beating well to combine. Gradually beat in the flour mixture on low speed until well combined.

  4. Shape the dough into a disc then wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, up to overnight.

  5. Heat oven to 350ºF (180ºC).

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Cindy ★ 5.0/5

The most perfect gingerbread recipe! The ideal amount of sweetness in the cookie solo that when you add the decorative icing it’s not too much. These will definitely be added into the holiday treat rotation. Fun and festive activity for when the grandkids come to town!

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