BUTTERSCOTCH GINGERBREAD MEN

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The addition of butterscotch pudding makes these a little different than most gingerbread cutout recipes. The recipe comes from my mother-in-law's files.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant butterscotch pudding mix
1 egg
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
FROSTING:
2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons whole milk

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar and pudding mix until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine the flour, ginger, baking soda and cinnamon; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , On a lightly floured surface, roll out to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a 5-in. gingerbread man cutter. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until edges are golden. Remove to wire racks to cool. , In another small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar and milk until smooth. Decorate cookies with frosting as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Bhawan Bhusal
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I'll definitely be making these gingerbread men again next year.


Abdulaih Bintu
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These gingerbread men are the best I've ever had.


Meer aghakhan
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I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Theh Mtimande
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These gingerbread men are the perfect addition to any holiday party.


Buadromo Vakatawabai
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I can't wait to share these gingerbread men with my friends and family.


Md Mohaddes
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These gingerbread men are a great way to get into the holiday spirit.


Royal3301
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Liehan van Wyk
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Overall, I'm happy with the way these gingerbread men turned out. They're a delicious and festive holiday treat.


Sir Nirmal
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These gingerbread men are a bit dry, but the butterscotch chips help to make them more moist.


More fire Birrman
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I had a hard time getting the dough to roll out without it sticking to my rolling pin. Other than that, these gingerbread men turned out great.


James Okane
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These gingerbread men are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still pretty good.


Ashley Becerra
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I love the way the butterscotch chips melt in my mouth. These gingerbread men are the perfect holiday treat.


Djeremy Nk
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These gingerbread men are so cute and festive. I can't wait to make them again next year!


M.Jamshaid Jamshaid
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The butterscotch chips give these gingerbread men a unique and delicious flavor. I also love the chewy texture.


Jeovonnie Humphrey
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I've made these gingerbread men several times now, and they're always a hit with my family and friends. They're so easy to make and taste delicious!


Wakeel Rahman
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These gingerbread men turned out perfectly! I love the combination of butterscotch and ginger, and they were the perfect addition to my holiday cookie platter.