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Gingerbread Man Cookies

Delightfully spiced Gingerbread Man Cookies that are perfect for holiday traditions and family bonding.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ground cloves, baking soda, and salt; whisk until blended.
  3. Cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until smooth.
  4. Beat in the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract until combined.
  5. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until a dough forms.
  6. Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  7. Cut into shapes with cookie cutters and place on a lined baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are firm. Cool before decorating.

Notes

Store in an airtight container. Dough can be refrigerated for up to a week.

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