Description
Chewy Gingerbread Man Cookies are a beloved holiday classic that fill your home with the delightful aromas of ginger, cinnamon, and molasses. These soft, spiced cookies not only make a perfect treat for festive gatherings but also serve as a canvas for creative decorating fun with family and friends. Whether you’re preparing them for cookie exchanges, holiday parties, or cozy evenings at home, these gingerbread men will surely bring warmth and cheer to any occasion. Embrace the holiday spirit and let your imagination run wild with colorful icing and sprinkles on these delicious cookies!
Ingredients
- 1 cup molasses
- 1 cup butter-flavored shortening
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 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) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, blend the molasses, butter-flavored shortening, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cloves, cinnamon, and ginger. Gradually add this to the wet mixture.
- Slowly mix in hot water until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick and cut out shapes using cookie cutters.
- Place cookies on prepared sheets and bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are firm yet centers remain soft.
- Let cool on a rack before decorating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: <5mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling to enhance flavor and maintain shape. Use fresh spices for optimal flavor in your cookies. Get creative with decorations using various colors of icing or edible glitter.