How to Make Storybook Gingerbread Men - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a festive and fun holiday treat that the whole family will love, look no further than these adorable Storybook Gingerbread Men. This classic cookie recipe brings the beloved characters of favorite storybooks to life in a delicious and whimsical way, making them perfect for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, or just a cozy night in with the kids.

Made with warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, these gingerbread men have a comforting and nostalgic flavor t...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup shortening
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 3 ¼ cups sifted all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¾ cup molasses
  • ¼ cup water

Information

  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 10 cookies

  • Cream shortening and sugar. Sift flour with salt, soda and spices. Blend flour mixture into creamed mixture alternately with molasses and water. Chill at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  • Roll dough to 1/4 inch thick. Cut with large 6-8 inch gingerbread men cookie cutters. Lift onto lightly greased cookie sheet with broad spatula.
  • Bake above oven center for about 12 minutes or until cookies spring back lightly in center. Do not overcook, they won't stay soft. Remove from sheets. Cool on wire racks. Makes 10 men 6-8 inches tall.
  • Nutrition

    704 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Sodium: 743mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 121g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 49g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Calcium: 135mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 840mg