How to make Gingerbread Men

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour adds more fiber and nutrients.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

Put the flour in a bowl.

Add the ground ginger, bicarbonate soda, and a pinch of salt to the flour and mix.

In a small pan, combine the golden syrup, margarine, and sugar, and stir until dissolved.

Add the melted mixture to the dry ingredients and mix well.

Knead the dough lightly until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.

Roll out the dough to about 3 mm (1/8 inch) thickness.

Use gingerbread men cutters to cut out shapes.

Make eyes and buttons with a skewer and use the tip of a spoon to make the mouth.

The dough should yield about 23 cookies depending on size.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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