Old Fashioned Gingerbread Folks

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Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:5 hr 30 mins

Servings:84

Yield:7 dozen

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup shortening
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • 1 1/2 cup dark molasses
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2/3 cup cold water
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 7 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoon baking soda

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees (F).

STEP 1
In a large bowl mix together shortening, brown sugar and molasses; mix well. Stir in water; set aside. Sift together flour and remaining ingredients in a large bowl; add to molasses mixture and mix thoroughly. Divide dough into 4 portions; chill for 3-4 hours.

STEP 2
Roll out one portion at a time, keeping remaining dough refrigerated until ready to use. Roll dough to 1/2" thickness; cut out dough using gingerbread cookie cutter shapes.

STEP 3
Place on greased baking sheets; bake for 10-12 minutes. Cool completely on wire racks and frost as desired. Makes about 7 dozen.