Gingerbread Boy Recipe

Name: Gingerbread Boy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. margarine, softened; 1 c. sugar; 1 egg; 1 c. molasses; 1 1/2 tsp. soda; 1 tsp. cloves; 2 tsp. vinegar; 5 c. flour; 1/2 tsp. salt; 2 tsp. ginger; 1 tsp. cinnamon

Servings: persons

1 c. margarine, softened
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1 c. molasses
1 1/2 tsp. soda
1 tsp. cloves
2 tsp. vinegar
5 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon

1
Cream together sugar and margarine.
2
Stir in egg and molasses. Add vinegar; beat well.
3
Stir in sifted dry ingredients.
4
Mix well.
5
Chill overnight.
6
Place one small ball on cookie sheet; flatten with palm to make head.
7
Roll one ball into a straight rope for arms.
8
Roll last ball into a rope and then curve it for legs and body.
9
Garnish with nuts or raisins before baking.
10
Use greased cookie sheet.
11
They really grow, so leave room.
12
Don't let the gingerbread boy get away from you!

1365

kcal

Calories

Fat

290

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. margarine, softened, 1 c. sugar, 1 egg, 1 c. molasses, and more.

Yes, Gingerbread Boy falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Gingerbread Boy

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