Gingerbread Boys Recipe

Name: Gingerbread Boys
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. shortening; 1 c. sugar; 1 egg; 1 c. molasses; 2 Tbsp. vinegar; 5 c. all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda; 1/2 tsp. salt; 2 to 3 tsp. ginger; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. cloves

Servings: persons

1 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1 c. molasses
2 Tbsp. vinegar
5 c. all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2 to 3 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves

1
Cream shortening and sugar.
2
Stir in egg, molasses and vinegar; beat well.
3
Sift together dry ingredients, then stir into molasses mixture.
4
Chill 3 hours.
5
On lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/8 inch thickness.
6
Cut with gingerbread cutter. Place 1 inch apart.
7
Bake at 375u00b0 for 5 to 6 minutes.
8
While still warm, press in raisins or candy pieces (M&M's, etc.) or cool and decorate with icing.
9
Makes approximately 5 dozen.

1404

kcal

Calories

Fat

298

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. shortening, 1 c. sugar, 1 egg, 1 c. molasses, 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.

Gingerbread Boys

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