Soft & Chewy Gingerbread Men Cookies Recipe
Indulge in the warm, inviting flavors of the holiday season with these Soft & Chewy Gingerbread Men Cookies. Perfectly spiced with ginger and cinnamon, these cookies are not only delightful to eat but also a joy to decorate. Whether you’re baking with family or gifting them to friends, this recipe promises to create cherished memories. Enjoy their soft texture and rich flavor that will keep everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup dark molasses
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the molasses and egg until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- Portion out dough onto prepared baking sheets and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are firm but centers look slightly underbaked. Cool completely before decorating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg