Gingerbread Boy
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A home-kitchen version of gingerbread boy, written step by step so it's easy to follow that comes together with everyday ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 c. margarine, softened
- 1 c. sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 c. molasses
- 1 1/2 tsp. soda
- 1 tsp. cloves
- 2 tsp. vinegar
- 5 c. flour
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 2 tsp. ginger
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
Method
Cream together sugar and margarine.
Stir in egg and molasses. Add vinegar; beat well.
Stir in sifted dry ingredients.
Mix well.
Chill overnight.
Place one small ball on cookie sheet; flatten with palm to make head.
Roll one ball into a straight rope for arms.
Roll last ball into a rope and then curve it for legs and body.
Garnish with nuts or raisins before baking.
Use greased cookie sheet.
They really grow, so leave room.
Don't let the gingerbread boy get away from you!
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