Gingerbread Men – A Delightful Christmas Treat
🕒 Cook Time: 12 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 22 minutes
🌟 Description: Make and share this delightful Gingerbread Men recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. These charming cookies are perfect for spreading Christmas cheer, and the aroma of warm spices will fill your kitchen with festive joy.
🍪 Recipe Category: Dessert
🔍 Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Christmas, < 30 Mins, Oven
📊 Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 84.2
- Fat Content: 3.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 6.1mg
- Sodium Content: 63.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 13.1g
- Fiber Content: 0.3g
- Sugar Content: 5.4g
- Protein Content: 1.1g
🌟 Aggregated Rating: 5 stars
📈 Review Count: 41
👨🍳 Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup creamed shortening
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup dark molasses
- 1 egg
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Mix together the shortening, sugar, and molasses.
- Next, add the egg and beat completely.
- Combine all dry ingredients and add to the creamed ingredients—using 1/2 cup increments.
- Beat well after each addition.
- Refrigerate the dough until cold.
- Roll out until the dough is about 1/4 inch thick.
- Use cookie cutters to form the figures.
- Place in a preheated 350°F oven and bake for 10 – 12 minutes.
🍽️ Yield: 36-48 cookies (depending on the size of your cookie cutters)
✨ Tips and Tricks:
- Chill the dough for a minimum of 30 minutes for easier handling.
- Add a sprinkle of powdered sugar or royal icing for a festive finish.
- Experiment with different cookie cutter shapes for a personalized touch.
👩👧👦 Gather your family and friends, roll up your sleeves, and embark on a delightful baking adventure with these Gingerbread Men! These cookies not only taste heavenly but also make for charming decorations during the holiday season. Share the joy and savor the festive moments as you indulge in the warmth of these spiced delights. Happy baking! 🎄🍪✨
