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Skeleton Gingerbread Men

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Skeleton Gingerbread Men are a delightful twist on traditional holiday treats, perfect for adding festive fun to your baking.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Decorative icing for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
  4. Beat in the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract.
  5. Mix in the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
  6. Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick.
  7. Cut out gingerbread men shapes and place them on a baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the cookies have set.
  9. Cool completely before decorating with icing.

Notes

Chill the dough if too soft for easier handling. Use piping bags for cleaner icing designs.