Gingerbread Boys

Name: Gingerbread Boys
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Baking & Desserts
Ingredients: 1/2 c. shortening; 1/2 c. sugar; 1/2 c. dark molasses; 1/2 c. water; 2 1/2 c. flour; 3/4 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. baking soda; 3/4 tsp. ginger; 1/4 tsp. nutmeg; 1/8 tsp. allspice; raisins

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Gingerbread Boys – a delicious recipe with shortening, sugar, dark molasses, water, flour, salt. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. dark molasses
1/2 c. water
2 1/2 c. flour
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. ginger
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/8 tsp. allspice
raisins

1
Cream shortening and sugar.
2
Blend in molasses, water, flour, salt, soda, ginger, nutmeg and allspice.
3
Cover; chill 2 to 3 hours.
4
Roll dough 1/4-inch thick on lightly covered floured cloth board.
5
Cut with cutter.
6
Place on ungreased baking sheet.
7
Press raisins into dough for eyes, nose and buttons.
8
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
9
Remove immediately from cookie sheet.
10
Cool and decorate.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. shortening, 1/2 c. sugar, 1/2 c. dark molasses, 1/2 c. water, and more.

Yes, Gingerbread Boys 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Category
Baking & Desserts

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