Gingerbread Man Cookies
Delightfully soft and chewy gingerbread man cookies that are perfect for decorating and holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Measure properly to avoid dry cookies.
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and molasses, mixing until fully combined.
- Gradually integrate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes to an hour.
Baking
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, then cut into shapes.
- Place cookie shapes onto lined baking sheets, spacing them out.
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the centers are soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
To keep cookies soft and chewy, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They last up to one week. For longer storage, freeze unbaked dough or fully baked cookies for up to three months.