Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful Chewy Gingerbread Man Cookies. Perfectly spiced with a blend of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, these cookies boast a soft and chewy texture that’s sure to enchant family and friends during the holiday season. The simple process makes them an ideal baking project for both beginners and experienced bakers alike. Whether you’re hosting a cookie decorating party or looking for a charming gift to share, these cookies are versatile enough for any celebration.
Ingredients
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- 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 Water (hot)
- 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
- 4 teaspoons Vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together molasses, butter flavored shortening, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix baking soda, ground cloves, cinnamon, salt, and ginger; gradually add to the wet mixture.
- Incorporate flour slowly until combined; add hot water if needed.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick; cut into shapes.
- Bake on lined baking sheets for about 10 minutes until edges are firm but centers are soft.
- Cool on wire racks before decorating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg