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Bake Scrumptious Spiced Gingerman Cookies

Bake Scrumptious Spiced Gingerman Cookies
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Bake and decorate scrumptious spiced Gingerman cookies by measuring, mixing, rolling dough, cutting gingerbread shapes, baking safely, then decorating with icing and candies.

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Step-by-step guide to bake scrumptious spiced Gingerman cookies

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What you need
1 large egg, adult supervision required, all-purpose flour, baking sheet, baking soda, brown sugar, butter, candies and sprinkles, cooling rack, gingerbread cookie cutters, icing or powdered sugar, measuring cups and spoons, mixing bowls, molasses, parchment paper, rolling pin, salt, spices (ground ginger cinnamon cloves), spoon or spatula

Step 1

Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before you start.

Step 2

Clear a clean workspace and put all your materials on it so everything is ready.

Step 3

Ask an adult to preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 4

Measure 2 1/4 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves into a mixing bowl and stir to combine.

Step 5

In another bowl measure 3/4 cup butter 3/4 cup brown sugar 1 large egg and 1/2 cup molasses and beat until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Pour the dry mixture into the wet mixture and stir until a soft dough forms.

Step 7

Wrap the dough in plastic or cover the bowl and chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Step 8

Place a sheet of parchment on the counter and roll the chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness with a rolling pin.

Step 9

Press gingerbread man cookie cutters into the rolled dough to cut out fun shapes.

Step 10

Use a spatula to move each cut cookie onto a parchment-lined baking sheet leaving space between the cookies.

Step 11

Ask an adult to bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes and then remove the baking sheet to a heatproof surface.

Step 12

Use a spatula to transfer the baked cookies to a cooling rack.

Step 13

Let the cookies cool completely before you decorate them.

Step 14

Decorate the cooled Gingerman cookies with icing and candies to make silly faces and outfits.

Step 15

Share your finished Gingerman cookies on DIY.org.

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You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!

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Help!?

What can we use if we don't have molasses, parchment paper, or a rolling pin?

If you don't have molasses, substitute dark corn syrup or a mild maple syrup; if you don't have parchment, use a silicone baking mat or lightly butter the baking sheet; and for a rolling pin, use a clean wine or water bottle to roll the chilled dough (step 6–7).

My cookies spread and lost their shape—what should I check or change?

If cookies spread, chill the dough longer than the 30 minutes in step 6, make sure the oven is fully preheated to 350°F in step 3, and avoid overbeating the butter and sugar in step 4 so the dough isn't too soft.

How can I adapt this recipe for different age groups?

For ages 3–5, let kids press cookie cutters into the rolled dough and decorate cooled cookies with candies (steps 8 and 12) while an adult measures ingredients and handles the 350°F oven, and for ages 8+ let them measure, mix, roll, and cut dough (steps 4–8) with supervision.

How can we make the Gingerman cookies more creative or special?

To enhance the cookies, tint icing in different colors, use assorted candies and sprinkles to create unique faces and outfits (step 12), and pipe each cookie's name or a design before sharing on DIY.org (step 13).

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Facts about baking for kids

🌿 Ginger is a root, not a seed, and cooks have used it for food and medicine for over 2,000 years.

🍪 Gingerbread has been baked in Europe for centuries—people have made spiced breads and figures since medieval times!

🎄 Making gingerbread people and houses became a popular holiday tradition in Europe, especially after the 16th century.

🎨 Royal icing, made from egg whites or meringue powder and powdered sugar, dries hard so decorations stay bright and snap on the cookie.

🧑‍🍳 Baking is a science: small changes in measurement (like flour or butter) can make cookies soft and cakey or thin and crispy.

How do I bake and decorate scrumptious spiced Gingerman cookies?

Start by measuring dry ingredients and creaming butter with sugar. Stir in egg and molasses, then add ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves; mix into a smooth dough. Chill 30–60 minutes. Roll dough 1/4-inch thick between parchment, cut Gingerman shapes, and transfer carefully to a lined baking sheet. Chill shapes briefly so they keep form, then bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8–12 minutes until edges set. Cool on a wire rack, then decorate with royal icing and candies. Supervise oven use.

What materials do I need to bake Gingerman cookies?

You’ll need ingredients: all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, butter, brown sugar, egg, molasses, ground ginger, cinnamon and cloves (or mixed spice). Tools: mixing bowls, measuring cups and spoons, spatula, whisk, rolling pin, Gingerman cookie cutters, parchment-lined baking sheets, wire rack, and oven mitts. For decorating: royal icing or powdered sugar icing, piping bags or zip-top bags, food coloring, and small candies or sprinkles. Optional: cooling racks and a food processor for faster mi

What ages is this activity suitable for?

This activity suits a range: toddlers (3–5) enjoy pressing cutters and simple decorating with supervision; ages 6–8 can measure, mix, and roll with adult help; ages 9+ can follow recipes more independently but still need oven supervision. Adjust tasks to skill level—younger children decorate while older kids handle measurements and dough preparation. Always supervise heat, sharp tools, and small candy choking hazards.

What safety tips and benefits come from baking Gingerman cookies with kids?

Safety: supervise oven and hot trays, use child-safe tools, avoid tasting raw dough, check for allergies, and keep small candies away from very young children. Benefits: baking teaches measuring and fractions, following steps improves reading and sequencing, mixing and decorating build fine motor skills and creativity, and it promotes family bonding. Variations include gluten-free or vegan ingredient swaps, different spices, or using cookie stamps for new textures.
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