Chewy Gingerbread Man Cookies (Print Version)
Chewy spiced gingerbread men perfect for baking, decorating, and sharing festive treats.
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
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375 grams all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon ground ginger
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1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
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0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
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0.5 teaspoon baking soda
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0.25 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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115 grams unsalted butter, softened
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110 grams brown sugar, packed
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120 millilitres molasses
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Decorations
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Royal icing for decoration (optional)
# Instructions:
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, ground cloves, baking soda, and salt until evenly distributed.
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In a separate bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat softened unsalted butter and packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add molasses, egg, and vanilla extract to the creamed butter mixture and blend until thoroughly combined.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until a cohesive dough forms.
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Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least one hour to facilitate easier rolling.
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Preheat the oven to 175°C. On a floured work surface, roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of approximately 6 millimetres. Cut into gingerbread man shapes using appropriate cookie cutters.
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Arrange the shaped dough on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are set.
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Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before decorating with royal icing if desired.
# Notes:
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For best results, ensure the dough is well-chilled to prevent spreading when baking and achieve defined shapes.
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Adjust spice levels to taste by varying the amount of ginger and cinnamon.