{"id":43786,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-09T00:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gingerbread-men-cookies\/"},"modified":"2024-08-23T08:11:49","modified_gmt":"2024-08-23T13:11:49","slug":"gingerbread-men-cookies","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gingerbread-men-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"Gingerbread Men"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In my book, gingerbread men are the most iconic Christmas cookie. Everything about them puts me in the Christmas spirit. With their festive, adorable, fun-to-decorate look and their dark molasses, brown sugar, heady winter-spice flavor, gingerbread man cookies are a must on a Christmas cookie platter. Bake a batch, set out candy and frosting with piping bags, invite guests, turn up the Christmas tunes and serve festive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/christmas-drinks\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/christmas-drinks\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Christmas drinks<\/a>. You\u2019ll have a lot of fun seeing what everyone comes up with when it comes to decorating these gingerbread men cookies!<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Gingerbread Men<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Butter:<\/strong> Soften your butter to room temperature so it whips easily with the brown sugar.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dark brown sugar:<\/strong> We prefer dark brown sugar for our gingerbread men recipe. Its molasses-caramel flavor pairs perfectly with the spices and dark molasses. Dark brown sugar also has a higher moisture content than granulated sugar, making these gingerbread man cookies extra soft.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Molasses:<\/strong> From <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/blackstrap-molasses-vs-dark-molasses\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/blackstrap-molasses-vs-dark-molasses\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">blackstrap to dark to light molasses<\/a>, there are a few different types of molasses to choose from. We recommend dark molasses to impart the signature gingerbread taste and color. If you can\u2019t find dark molasses, dark corn syrup or light molasses can be used.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Egg:<\/strong> This gingerbread men recipe needs only\u00a0one egg to bind everything together.<\/li>\n<li><strong>All-purpose flour:<\/strong> We\u2019ve found that all-purpose flour provides the best structure for these gingerbread men cookies and holds their cutout shape nicely.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baking soda:<\/strong> A touch of baking soda creates a lovely rise and fluff in these cookies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Spices:<\/strong> Zippy ground ginger is our key spice for the gingerbread men recipe\u2019s flavor, and sweet cinnamon, spicy nutmeg and cozy allspice add to the warmth and winter-spice taste.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Frosting:<\/strong> Grab a jar of premade frosting or make your own <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/vanilla-frosting\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/vanilla-frosting\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">vanilla frosting<\/a> at home. You can use cream cheese frosting, too, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/royal-icing\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/royal-icing\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">royal icing<\/a> is an iconic cookie decorating frosting to use for intricate and clean detailing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Make the gingerbread dough<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2031663\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Gingerbread-Men_TOHVS18_36941_BL_11_06_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Butter and brown sugar, molasses, egg and water.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, five to seven minutes. Beat in the molasses, egg and water. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2031664\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Gingerbread-Men_TOHVS18_36941_BL_11_06_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Flour mixture and creamed mixture combined a large bowl.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Gradually beat the flour mixture into the creamed mixture just until combined.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Chill the dough<\/h3>\n<p>Divide the dough in half. Shape each half into a disk. Cover each disk tightly with storage wrap. Refrigerate the dough until it\u2019s easy to handle, about 30 minutes.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Cut out the gingerbread men<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2031665\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Gingerbread-Men_TOHVS18_36941_BL_11_06_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"A hand lifting dough in the shape of a disk from a wooden surface.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1\/8-inch thickness.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2031666\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Gingerbread-Men_TOHVS18_36941_BL_11_06_4.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"A hand is visible pressing the gingerbread man cookie cutter into the gingerbread dough.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Dip a 4-inch gingerbread man cookie cutter into extra flour and press the cookie cutter into the gingerbread dough. Place each gingerbread man cutout 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Bake the cookies<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2031667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Gingerbread-Men_TOHVS18_36941_BL_11_06_5.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Cookies being moved to wire racks.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Bake the cookies until the edges are firm, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely to room temperature.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 5: Decorate the gingerbread men<\/h3>\n<p>Turn up a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/christmas-baking-playlist\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/christmas-baking-playlist\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Christmas baking playlist<\/a>\u00a0and get decorating! Set out Christmas sprinkles and candies, and scrape frosting into piping bags fitted with different tips. Here\u2019s\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-use-a-piping-bag\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-use-a-piping-bag\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">how to use a piping bag<\/a>\u00a0if you\u2019re new to the technique.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2031662\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Gingerbread-Men_HCBZ22_36941_DR_05_06_9b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Gingerbread Men cookies\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>How to Decorate Gingerbread Men<\/h2>\n<p>There\u2019s a lot you can do with these. Dress up gingerbread men cookies in frosted outfits with buttons and decorative piping. Squiggle zig-zag lines on the gingerbread men&#8217;s arms and legs, glue <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/christmas-sprinkles-you-need\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/christmas-sprinkles-you-need\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Christmas sprinkles<\/a> down their middles for buttons, pipe on smiley faces, add scarves or bow ties, and\/or give them adorable overalls or dresses.<\/p>\n<p>If you like, you can even tint white frosting with liquid, gel or paste food coloring. Liquid coloring will produce a pastel color, while gel and paste food coloring will create deeper hues. Candies are fun to utilize as decorations for the face and hair. Look below or to these other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/gingerbuddies\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/gingerbuddies\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">gingerbread decorating ideas<\/a> for inspiration!<\/p>\n<h2>Gingerbread Men Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Load in the spices:<\/strong> If you like a heavily spiced gingerbread men recipe, increase each spice by 1\/2 teaspoon.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bake a batch of vegan gingerbread man cookies:<\/strong> If you\u2019re strictly plant-based, don\u2019t worry, we have a great <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/jojo-s-ginger-cookies\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/jojo-s-ginger-cookies\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">vegan gingerbread man cookies<\/a> recipe for you!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use different cutouts:<\/strong> Gingerbread men are just one of many shapes you can make with this gingerbread dough. Try out other cookie ideas, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gingerbread-house-cookies\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gingerbread-house-cookies\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">gingerbread house cookies<\/a>, fun <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ugly-sweater-cookies\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ugly-sweater-cookies\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">ugly sweater cookies<\/a>, super creative <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gingerbread-christmas-cards\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gingerbread-christmas-cards\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">gingerbread Christmas cards<\/a>, absolutely adorable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gingerbread-teddy-bears\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gingerbread-teddy-bears\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">gingerbread teddy bears<\/a> or these easy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/frozen-snowflake-gingerbread-cookies\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/frozen-snowflake-gingerbread-cookies\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">snowflake gingerbread cookies<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Forgo the decorating:<\/strong> If no part of you wants to decorate these gingerbread men cookies and, honestly, you\u2019re just in it for the flavor, that\u2019s totally fine! In fact, you may be more interested in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/citrus-gingerbread-cookies\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/citrus-gingerbread-cookies\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">citrus gingerbread cookies<\/a>. You\u2019ll still get that delicious, spicy gingerbread cookie taste with an added honey glaze on top. Yum!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Gingerbread Men<\/h2>\n<p>Store leftover gingerbread men cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. Try not to stack them or you\u2019ll smudge their lovely decorations!<\/p>\n<h3>Can you make a gingerbread men recipe ahead of time?<\/h3>\n<p>This gingerbread men recipe creates fantastic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/make-ahead-christmas-cookies\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/make-ahead-christmas-cookies\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">make-ahead Christmas cookies<\/a>. Just make sure you know how to store them properly and frost them closer to when you plan to serve them. Like other cutout cookies, gingerbread man cookies last for about a week at room temperature in an airtight container. You can also freeze baked cutout cookies or gingerbread cookie dough for six months.<\/p>\n<h2>Gingerbread Men Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2031661\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Gingerbread-Men_HCBZ22_36941_DR_05_06_8b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Gingerbread Men cookies\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Can you skip chilling the gingerbread cookie dough?<\/h3>\n<p>No, we don&#8217;t recommend skipping the chilling step. Chilling cookie dough makes it easier to handle and helps the dough hold the shapes of the gingerbread men better during baking.<\/p>\n<h3>Could you use this recipe to make a gingerbread house?<\/h3>\n<p>No, we don\u2019t recommend using this recipe to make a gingerbread house. These gingerbread men cookies are soft and easy to bite into. The pieces for a gingerbread house need to be a bit stronger to hold the house\u2019s structure better. Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gingerbread-christmas-cottage\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gingerbread-christmas-cottage\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">gingerbread house<\/a> recipe instead, where we provide a printable gingerbread house template, directions for building, ideas for decorating, and tons of tips and tricks for making the best gingerbread house.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>These festive gingerbread men cookies are soft and chewy, are filled with cozy winter flavors and hold their shape perfectly after baking. 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Grab your favorite frosting and decorate to your heart's content!","recipeIngredient":["1\/2 cup butter, softened","3\/4 cup packed dark brown sugar","1\/3 cup molasses","1 large egg, room temperature","2 tablespoons water","2-2\/3 cups all-purpose flour","1 teaspoon baking soda","1\/2 teaspoon salt","2 teaspoons ground ginger","1\/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon","1\/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg","1\/2 teaspoon ground allspice","Frosting of choice"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Make the gingerbread dough","text":"In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, five to seven minutes. Beat in the molasses, egg and water. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice. Gradually beat the flour mixture into the creamed mixture just until combined.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Gingerbread-Men_TOHVS18_36941_BL_11_06_1.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Chill the dough","text":"Divide the dough in half. Shape each half into a disk. Cover each disk tightly with storage wrap. Refrigerate the dough until it\u2019s easy to handle, about 30 minutes."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Cut out the gingerbread men","text":"Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1\/8-inch thickness. Dip a 4-inch gingerbread man cookie cutter into extra flour and press the cookie cutter into the gingerbread dough. Place each gingerbread man cutout 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Gingerbread-Men_TOHVS18_36941_BL_11_06_3.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Bake the cookies","text":"Bake the cookies until the edges are firm, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely to room temperature.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Gingerbread-Men_TOHVS18_36941_BL_11_06_5.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Decorate the gingerbread men","text":"Turn up a Christmas baking playlist and get decorating! Set out Christmas sprinkles and candies, and scrape frosting into piping bags fitted with different tips. Here\u2019s how to use a piping bag if you\u2019re new to the technique.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Gingerbread-Men_HCBZ22_36941_DR_05_06_9b.jpg?fit=700,1024"}],"recipeYield":"about 2 dozen","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Val Goodrich"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 118 calories","fatContent":"4g fat (2g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"17mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"128mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"19g carbohydrate (9g sugars","fiberContent":"0 fiber)","proteinContent":"2g protein. "},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.6551723,"reviewCount":58,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"video":{"@type":"VideoObject","name":"Gingerbread Men Cookies","description":"Check out this video for how to make Gingerbread Men Cookies","thumbnailUrl":["https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/v2\/media\/aQH0JiH0\/poster.jpg?width=720"],"uploadDate":"2020-09-5 11:05:17","duration":"P0DT0H1M37S","contentUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/videos\/aQH0JiH0-Uot7Fvi8.mp4"},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-12-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"emmyevans"},"reviewBody":"I agree that some of these reviews are rough. I grew up disliking gingerbread, but they are my husband\u2019s favorite. At the time, this was the only recipe I could find (I prefer to search Taste Recipes and Simple and Delicious) and they are so good!! I instantly became a gingerbread fan and wished I new about this recipe years ago.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-11-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanCone"},"reviewBody":"<p>At first I found that the plain cookies might need like a quarter cup of white sugar added, though I realize they will be decorated with more sugar so might be perfect. I always add cloves to ginger recipes too. Overall a really easy recipe for beginners who want great results.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-12-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Ginger627"},"reviewBody":"<p>These tasted great. I am not an accomplished baker, so I followed the recipe to the letter. However, I could not get the dough to roll, it was far too sticky. I even weighed the flour out of an abundance of caution. I did add the 2 tbsp of water (could this really explain why after two hours in the fridge it would would not roll?). I did not have the time to dump it all back in the mixer and try to add flour so I bailed on the rolling and made round cookies from balls instead (still very sticky) for the cookie exchange in the pm. Taste was nice, but the rolling attempt was  a hot mess (floured granite counter and chilled marble rolling pin notwithstanding). Could empathize with poster who said she scraped the lot into the garbage in frustration. Very disappointing.  Should the flour have been mixed in by hand instead of beaten in with the machine?<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-12-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldCone"},"reviewBody":"The reviews weren\u2019t great to read. I was worried after reading them. I was very happy of the end result they are yummy!! Very satisfied !! Santa has great cookies to enjoy!! Made about 2 dozen gingerbread men!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-01-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenRing"},"reviewBody":"This recipe is pretty much flawless. The balance of molasses and spices is just right. It's great for cut-out cookies because scraps can be re-rolled without coming out different.Roll 1\/8 inch thick for crisp cookies, or 1\/4 inch thick for chewy cookies.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-11-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedDog"},"reviewBody":"Great recipe. Better than the one I've been using for years! DON'T FORGET TO USE YOUR GINGERBREAD GIRL COOKIE CUTTERS< TOO...I call them \"Spice girls\"!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-12-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCoffee"},"reviewBody":"Tori, check your spices. Maybe they\u2019re out of date. With all the flavorful ingredients in this cookie I\u2019m not sure how they cold be flavorless and boring.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-12-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleTrumpet"},"reviewBody":"Can I replace the allspice with a bit of black pepper?","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-12-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueCarrot"},"reviewBody":"Nice but needed more flavor. I added 2 tablespoons of fresh grated ginger root and felt could still use more bite or spice IMHO.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-12-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleSeahorse"},"reviewBody":"I am brazilian and we don't have gingerbread man cookies as a tradition. We don't have them even to buy in stores and supermarkets. Maybe in special stores, but I, myself, had never tasted them.It was kind of easy to find the ingredients (allspice and molasses are more difficult, really molasses is impossible, but I replaced it with a syrup made by myself with brown sugar and water).I LOVED the taste and the smell. My family found the cookies fantastic.  We had never ate this kind of cookies, but everyone was amazed. It is very seasoned, but the flavours are well combined and become perfect.It was difficult to decorate! Everybody wanted to eat before.The dough was really soft, but freezing worked perfectly to mold it. I used it half without freezing. It was not easy, but worked perfectly.Loved the recipe!Thanks for sharing, friend!I want to give 5 star, but my iPad is not helping me! I am trying. If it gets just 1 star, it is a mistake! It is a 5 star recipe!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-11-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBandAid"},"reviewBody":"I love the dough. It's easy to roll out and taste wonderful. I used lemon butter cream icing on them. They turned out perfect!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-12-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveWrench"},"reviewBody":"Look no further. Do not increase the spice. You will be thrilled.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-12-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueMagnet"},"reviewBody":"Best gingerbread cookies I\u2019ve ever had! Amazing recipe! Thanks","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-12-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedScooter"},"reviewBody":"Great recipe, but I did make some tweaks to make it more manageable.   I did not add the 2 Tbsp of water.  I found the dough to be plenty wet enough without it.  I also am a lover of the deeper gingerbread flavor, so I added 1 tsp of cinnamon as well as 1\/2 tsp of cloves along with everything else.  My family devoured them!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-12-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanCoathanger"},"reviewBody":"Although I am an experienced baker, I like to trust and follow the recipe as written the first time I try it before I make any changes.  Unfortunately there was too much liquid in this recipe and it was a sticky mess.  I wish i had read all of the reviews before trying it.  It seems that everyone complained about the extra water or they didn't use it to start with.  Grrrrrrrrr.    It shouldn't be in a compilation of recipes if we are all having this much trouble.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-12-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleRing"},"reviewBody":"Edit: I realized after the fact what I did wrong. I added a cup of butter instead of half a cup. It took a lot of extra flour and a bit more refrigeration, but I managed to turn it around and make some really great cookies! They were a big hit with the kids.I see all these great reviews, but I feel like the slow kid in the class because mine did not come out well at all. Followed the recipe to the letter, but my dough was slushy and smooth. It stuck to the counter even after I applied a lot of extra flour. The taste is great, but the dough is goopy. :(","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-12-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleTooth"},"reviewBody":"SO GOOD.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-01-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveGuitar"},"reviewBody":"These are really fabulous. Not too spicy but with great flavor balance. I added a pinch of clove and was very happy with the outcome. Even my teenaged spice complainer gave them a thumbs up! I rolled them out a little bit thicker , baked 10 min. Recipe made approx 24   4 inch gingermen. They were perfect! PS. I thought rollout was a cinch. A lot of extra flour would not be advisable. Just a thin layer on board and rolling pin, just be careful.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-11-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveRocket"},"reviewBody":"This  is  one keeper of a cookie.WOW! If you love soft, just right spiced gingerbread men, this is a must try recipe, you won't be disappointed!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-12-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedBeer"},"reviewBody":"Made these gingerbread men with my toddler to handout to our loved ones around Christmas last year. I fell in love! It's a rather easy recipe and they are absolutely divine to the taste. I did have trouble finding an equally-yummy royal icing, though. I found a recipe for the icing elsewhere, but it tasted so tart that I tried my best to keep it at a minimum, only doing eyes and a smile on our men.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-12-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanMustache"},"reviewBody":"I really like this recipe as opposed to others I've tried.  My dough was a little soft but not to the point I couldn't work with it, just floured the board well when rolling it out, if you have to do this be careful about the amount of flour.  Too little, and they will stick to the board; too much and your cookies will be streaked with flour.  Stayed true to the recipe, except I used freshly ground nutmeg instead of the pre-ground from the supermarket and a half and half mix of unsalted butter and margarine.   I like the spice mix, just the right balance of spicy and sweet. I also like that the cookies don't seem to suffer if you have to roll and re-roll the dough a lot.  In my oven, 12 minutes was just right.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"title":"Gingerbread Men Cookies","description":"Check out this video for how to make Gingerbread Men Cookies","url":"https:\/\/videodam.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/GingerbreadManCookies_DIYD_36941_110618_H.mp4","duration":"97.41","mime_type":"video\/mp4","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/videodam.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/GingerbreadManCookies_DIYD_36941_110618_Thumb.jpg","advertising":true,"jw_id":"aQH0JiH0","jw_url":"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/videos\/aQH0JiH0-Uot7Fvi8.mp4","jw_thmub_url":"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/v2\/media\/aQH0JiH0\/poster.jpg?width=720","jw_publish_date":"12\/05\/2018"},"rms_legacy_id":"36941","romance_copy_dek":"These festive gingerbread men cookies are soft and chewy, are filled with cozy winter flavors and hold their shape perfectly after baking. 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