Cake mix gingerbread men –Are you ready to bring some festive cheer to your kitchen? Try out this delightful and easy recipe for Cake Mix Gingerbread Men! These adorable, spiced cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, cookie decorating parties, or simply enjoyed with a warm cup of tea. With the convenience of cake mix, you can whip up these treats in no time!
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to create these scrumptious gingerbread men:
- 1 box of gingerbread cake mix
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 cup flour (for dusting)
- Decorating icing (for embellishing)
- Colored sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to bake your gingerbread men:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the gingerbread cake mix, vegetable oil, and egg. Stir until the mixture comes together to form a dough.
- Add in the ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, mixing well to incorporate the spices.
- Lightly dust a clean surface with flour and roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use gingerbread man cookie cutters to cut out shapes.
- Transfer the cutouts to your prepared baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, let your creativity flow! Use decorating icing and colored sprinkles to dress up your gingerbread men and make them extra festive.
Serving Suggestions
These gingerbread men are not only fun to eat but also great for display. Arrange them on a festive platter and share with family and friends. They make perfect gifts, too! Just package them in a decorative box with a ribbon, and surprise someone special.
Enjoy this delightful recipe and happy baking! With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll create a sweet tradition that everyone will love.
