Gingerbread Men

11 ingredients
8 steps

Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. butter or margarine
  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 1 c. granulated sugar
  • 1/2 c. brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 c. light molasses
  • 3 1/2 c. sifted all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp. soda
  • 2 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. ginger
  • 1/2 tsp. cloves

Directions

  1. 1
    Thoroughly cream first 6 ingredients together.
  2. 2
    Sift flour and soda; chill on lightly floured board.
  3. 3
    Roll dough 1/4 inch thick; then cut with cutter.
  4. 4
    Place 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  5. 5
    Sprinkle lightly with granulated sugar for sparkle.
  6. 6
    Trim with red candies and raisins.
  7. 7
    Bake at 375° for 7 to 8 minutes. Cool slightly; remove to rack and cool.
  8. 8
    Makes 6 dozen gingerbread men.

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