Gingerbread People

Name: Gingerbread People
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. shortening; 3/4 c. honey; 1 egg; 1 c. molasses; 1 1/2 tsp. soda; 1/2 tsp. salt; 2 tsp. ginger; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. cloves; 5 c. flour

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1270 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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Gingerbread People – a delicious recipe with shortening, honey, egg, molasses, soda, salt. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

1 c. shortening
3/4 c. honey
1 egg
1 c. molasses
1 1/2 tsp. soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves
5 c. flour

1
Mix
2
together
3
shortening, honey, egg and molasses.
4
In separate bowl
5
sift together dry ingredients.
6
Combine wet and dry ingredients.
7
Chill dough for 1 hour.
8
Roll 1/4-inch thick on floured
9
surface.
10
Cut
11
with
12
cookie cutter.
13
Decorate with raisins, nuts, licorice and tiny candies.
14
Bake at 375u00b0 for 10 minutes.

1270

kcal

Calories

Fat

267

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. shortening, 3/4 c. honey, 1 egg, 1 c. molasses, and more.

Yes, Gingerbread People 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
1270 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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