Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Irresistible Nutella Gingerbread Men! These charming cookies combine the warm spices of traditional gingerbread with the rich, creamy goodness of Nutella, creating a unique treat that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy afternoons at home. With their adorable shapes and scrumptious flavor, these cookies are sure to spread joy and cheer during the festive season. Easy to make and fun to decorate, they are a wonderful activity for bakers of all ages. Elevate your celebrations with this delightful twist on a classic favorite!
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup brown sugar (packed)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup molasses
- 1 cup Nutella (for filling)
- Red and green sprinkles (for decorating)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough by whisking together dry ingredients in a bowl.
- In a separate bowl, cream softened butter with brown and granulated sugars until fluffy. Add egg, molasses, and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into wet mixture until a soft dough forms. Wrap it tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out chilled dough to about ¼-inch thickness.
- Cut out shapes using gingerbread man cookie cutters and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are firm; cool before filling with Nutella and decorating with sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg