EILEEN'S SPICY GINGERBREAD MEN

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Spicy gingerbread men. This is the only recipe we have ever used. For best flavor, do NOT use blackstrap molasses.

Provided by Stephanie Schneidewind

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Gingerbread Cookie Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup margarine
½ cup sugar
½ cup molasses
1 egg yolk
2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream together the margarine and sugar until smooth. Stir in molasses and egg yolk. Combine the flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and nutmeg; blend into the molasses mixture until smooth. Cover, and chill for at least one hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes with cookie cutters. Place cookies 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until firm. Remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks. Frost or decorate when cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 6.8 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 103.4 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

Branson Marin
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I was so happy to find this gluten-free gingerbread men recipe. They turned out delicious and my family loved them!


Zahra Gul
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This was my first time making gingerbread men and they turned out great! I was worried they would be too hard, but they were perfectly soft and chewy.


Asad Ali kamboh
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These gingerbread men are a must-have for my holiday baking. They're always a hit with my family and friends.


Alice weru
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I love experimenting with different spices in this recipe. I've used everything from cinnamon and nutmeg to ginger and cardamom.


Nela Pacilis
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I love using this recipe as a base for my own gingerbread creations. I've made gingerbread houses, gingerbread men, and even gingerbread cars.


Wisdom Ibe
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I've been making these gingerbread men for years and they're always a hit. They're the perfect balance of chewy and crispy.


Solomon Kindu Gebeyehu
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This was my first time making gingerbread men and they turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the cookies were perfectly spiced.


Leo Khiev
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These gingerbread men make great gifts for friends and family. They're always a welcome addition to a holiday gift basket or party platter.


agyei adu
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These gingerbread men are a great canvas for decorating. I love using different colored icing, sprinkles, and candy to create unique and festive designs.


Ndiwashu princess Goma
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I love experimenting with different flavor combinations in my gingerbread men. I've added things like chocolate chips, dried cranberries, and even bacon bits. The possibilities are endless!


rachel brumfield
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This recipe is perfect for busy bakers. The dough can be made ahead of time and refrigerated, so you can bake the gingerbread men whenever you have a few minutes.


Yapage Priyarathna
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I made these gingerbread men with whole wheat flour and honey instead of sugar, and they were still delicious. They're a great way to enjoy a holiday treat without all the guilt.


Muhrram Ali
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I love the versatility of this recipe. I've made these gingerbread men with different spices, glazes, and decorations, and they've always been a hit.


Asadullah Farooq
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This was my first time making gingerbread men and they turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the cookies were perfectly spiced.


Delvinesia Scott
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I was so excited to find a gluten-free gingerbread men recipe that actually tastes good! These were delicious and I will definitely be making them again.


Chase The Lace
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I've tried many gingerbread recipes over the years, but this one is definitely my favorite. The molasses and spices give them such a delicious flavor.


Sanith Irosha
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I made these for a Christmas party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


styliish cool
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These gingerbread men were a hit with my family! They had just the right amount of spice and were perfectly crispy.