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Make and share this Gingerbread Men recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Duckie067

Categories     Dessert

Time 22m

Yield 36-48 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup creamed shortening
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup dark molasses
1 medium egg
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, ground
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, ground

Steps:

  • Mix together the shortening, sugar, and molasses.
  • Next, add egg and beat completely.
  • Combine all dry ingredients and add to the creamed ingredients--using 1/2 cup increments.
  • Beat well after each addition.
  • Refrigerate the dough until cold.
  • Roll out until the dough is about 1/4 inch thick.
  • Use cookie cutters to form the figures.
  • Place in a 350° oven and bake for 10 - 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.2, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 6.1, Sodium 63.7, Carbohydrate 13.1, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 5.4, Protein 1.1

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