1/2 c butter, softened
3/4 c packed dark brown sugar
1/3 c molasses
1 large egg
2 Tbs water
2 2/3 c flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp ground allspice
frosting of choice
Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in molasses, egg, and water. In another bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients (minus frosting). Gradually beat into creamed mixture. Divide dough in half. Shape each into a disk, wrap in plastic and refrigerate until easy to handle, about 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut with a floured, 4-inch gingerbread man cookie cutter. Place 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets. Bake until edges are firm, 8-10 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. Frost as desired. Yields about 2 dozen.
From Taste of Home
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