Irresistible Nutella Gingerbread Men

Indulge in the festive spirit with Irresistible Nutella Gingerbread Men, a delicious twist on the classic holiday cookie. These spiced gingerbread men are filled with creamy Nutella, creating a delightful contrast of flavors that will impress your guests and bring joy to your family gatherings. Easy to make and fun to decorate, they are perfect for holiday celebrations or cozy afternoons at home. With warm notes of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves paired with rich chocolate hazelnut filling, these cookies are sure to become a cherished tradition in your holiday baking repertoire.

Prep Time20 mins

Cook Time10 mins

Total Time30 mins

Course: Dessert Cuisine: Holiday Keyword: Chill the dough thoroughly to maintain cookie shape during baking. Experiment with additional decorations like icing or other festive sprinkles for a personal touch. Servings: Approximately 24 cookies Calories: 130kcal Author: Tisha

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup brown sugar, packed
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
½ cup molasses
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup Nutella (for filling)
Red and green sprinkles (for decorating)

Instructions

In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about ¼-inch thickness.
Use gingerbread man cookie cutters to cut out shapes. Place the cutouts onto ungreased baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are firm. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Once cooled, spread a generous amount of Nutella on half of the cookies. Top them with remaining cookies to create sandwiches.
Add red and green sprinkles on top of the filled gingerbread men for a festive touch.
These Nutella Gingerbread Men are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

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