Frosted Gingerbread Cookies 

Homemade Gingerbread Cookies are such a fun family tradition. Get in the holiday spirit and make these frosted gingerbread cookies this fall and winter. GET THE RECIPE

Ingredients

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Making Frosted Gingerbread Cookies

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Adding Dry Ingredients

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Roll Cookie Dough

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Decorate Gingerbread Men

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