Gingerbread Kids

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

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1366 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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Gingerbread Kids – a delicious recipe with shortening, sugar, egg, flour, molasses, vinegar. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

1 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
5 c. flour
1 c. molasses
2 Tbsp. vinegar
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves
2 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. soda

1
Cream the shortening and sugar together.
2
Stir in egg, molasses and vinegar.
3
Beat well.
4
Sift dry ingredients together and add to mixture.
5
Chill.
6
Roll between wax paper and cut with gingerbread man cookie cutters.
7
Use candy or raisins for eyes, buttons, etc.

1366

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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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 c. shortening, 1 c. sugar, 1 egg, 5 c. flour, and more.

Yes, Gingerbread Kids 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
Calories
1366 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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