Description
Chewy Gingerbread Man Cookies are the ultimate festive treat, blending soft, chewy textures with warm, aromatic spices. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home, these delightful cookies are easy to make and can be decorated in countless ways to spread joy. With their charming gingerbread shapes, they not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also make wonderful gifts. From icing and sprinkles to edible glitter, you can customize each cookie to your heart’s content, making them a fun activity for both kids and adults alike. Bake a batch and fill your home with the irresistible scent of gingerbread this holiday season!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup molasses
- 1 cup butter-flavored shortening
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 3 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ginger (ground)
- 6 cups flour
- 6 cups powdered sugar
- 2/3 cups milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine molasses, butter-flavored shortening, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cloves, cinnamon, and ginger. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture.
- Slowly add hot water while mixing until well combined.
- Roll dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick and cut out gingerbread man shapes.
- Bake cookies for about 10 minutes until edges are firm; let cool before decorating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg