SOFT & CHEWY GINGERBREAD MEN COOKIES
These soft and chewy gingerbread men cookies are full of warm spices and holiday charm. Perfect for decorating with kids, they’re a classic Christmas treat that’s both festive and delicious.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup brown sugar packed
- ¾ cup unsulphured molasses
- ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Icing and candies for decoration optional
Instructions
Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and molasses, mixing well.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and spices.
Combine Mixtures:
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until a dough forms. Divide and wrap dough in plastic wrap. Chill for 1 hour.
Roll and Cut:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll dough on a floured surface to ¼-inch thickness. Cut into gingerbread men using cookie cutters.
Bake:
- Place cookies on parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake for 8–10 minutes or until edges are firm. Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Decorate (Optional):
- Once cool, decorate with icing and candies.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Dough can be made 2 days in advance and stored in the fridge.
- Decorating Tips: Use royal icing or store-bought tubes for quick decorating.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Freezing Option: Freeze undecorated cookies for up to 1 month.