Gingerbread Man Recipe Once Upon a Chef

If you’re looking for the perfect gingerbread man recipe, look no further. This recipe from Once Upon a Chef is the perfect combination of sweet, spicy, and flavorful, and the results are sure to please. The best part is that it doesn’t take much time or effort to prepare, so you can enjoy a delicious gingerbread man in no time.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
• 1/2 cup molasses
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• Decorating sugar, for rolling

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt. Set aside.

3. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla and beat until combined. Add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

4. Divide the dough in half and wrap each half in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight. The dough can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

5. When ready to bake, sprinkle a work surface with decorating sugar. Place one of the dough halves on top and sprinkle with more sugar. Roll out the dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out gingerbread man shapes with a cookie cutter and place on the prepared baking sheets. Use a small knife to cut out details such as eyes, buttons, and a mouth. Sprinkle the shapes with more decorating sugar, if desired.

6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Allow to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

7. Repeat with the remaining dough.

Tips

• Make sure to use room temperature butter for best results.
• These gingerbread men can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• For a less sweet version, reduce the amount of brown sugar to 3/4 cup.
• You can also make these into gingerbread houses by assembling the pieces with royal icing.

With this recipe, you can enjoy a delicious gingerbread man in no time. The combination of spices and sweetness is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Be sure to bake up a batch today and enjoy!

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