Gingerbread Men Cookies Recipe

Today, I’m thrilled to share a classic recipe that’s close to my heart and always a hit in our family kitchen. These delicious soft and chewy Gingerbread Men Cookies. These little guys are not just delicious treats; they’re a delightful activity that brings the whole family together, especially during the holiday season.

Christmas Gingerbread Men Cookie Recipe

Gingerbread men cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, as a cozy treat with a hot cup of cocoa, or even as personalized edible gifts for friends and neighbors. So, tie on your apron, get the rolling pin ready, and let the magic of baking begin.

In our family, baking these cookies is a tradition that goes beyond the kitchen. It’s about coming together, sharing stories, and creating memories that last a lifetime. Each gingerbread man, with its unique decoration, tells a story – a story of creativity, family, and the simple joys of life.

And let’s not forget the decorating gingerbread men! Once the cookies are cool, gather all sorts of icings (royal icing is our favorite), candies, and sprinkles, and let everyone’s imagination run wild. In our house, we’ve had everything from classic gingerbread men to superhero-themed ones. It’s a wonderful way to express creativity and enjoy quality family time.

Ingredients for Your Gingerbread Men Cookies Recipe

• 3/4 cup butter, softened
• 3/4 cup dark brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsulphured molasses
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups flour
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

How to Make Delicious Gingerbread Men Cookies

1. Beat together the butter, brown sugar, and molasses until light and fluffy.

2. Add the egg and vanilla and beat to combine.

3. Add the dry ingredients (flour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, baking powder, and salt). Mix to combine.

4. Press the dough into a disk and wrap the dough plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

5. When ready to bake, remove the dough from the refrigerator and allow to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes, then roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface until it’s around 1/4 inch thick.

6. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

7. Use a cookie cutter to cut out the gingerbread men and place the cut out cookies on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, then allow the cookies to cool on the pan for five minutes. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

8. Decorate when the cookies are completely cool. If you don’t wish to do anything fancy why not leave them plain and sprinkle with a little powdered sugar.

More Holiday Cookies

• Soft and chewy these Oat and Raisin Cookies make a great treat.
• Create a simple Christmas cookie with our No Chill Sugar Cookie Recipe.
• You can’t beat it – chocolate chip cookies (these are ideal for beginner cooks to make).

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