Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 3 cups (360g)
- Butter, unsalted, softened: 1 cup (2 sticks) (227g)
- Brown sugar, light or dark: 1 cup (200g)
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Molasses: 1/2 cup (120ml)
- Egg, large: 1
- Ground ginger: 2 teaspoons
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Ground cloves: 1/2 teaspoon
- Nutmeg, grated: 1/4 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
Preparation Time:
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, molasses, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the flour until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of 1/4 inch (6mm).
- Cut out gingerbread men using a cookie cutter.
- Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until cookies are set and the edges just begin to turn brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250 per cookie
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 100mg
Dish Characteristics:
- Crisp and chewy texture
- Warm and aromatic spices
- Classic Christmas shape
- Perfect for dipping in milk or coffee
User Comments:
- "These gingerbread men are the best I've ever had! They're so soft and flavorful."
- "I love the way the spices warm my belly on a cold winter day."
- "The kids had so much fun decorating these cookies with frosting and sprinkles."
- "Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser."
- "Perfect for holiday parties or as a Christmas Eve treat."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure not to overmix the dough, as this will make the cookies tough.
- If the dough is too soft, refrigerate for 30 minutes before rolling out.
- If the cookies are too dark, reduce the oven temperature by 25°F (15°C).
- Decorate cookies with royal icing or frosting as desired.
