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Gingerbread Man

A Gingerbread man is a type of biscuit that is typically made using ginger, honey or molasses, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. It is a popular treat during the Christmas season and is often associated with the story of the Gingerbread Man, a folktale about a biscuit that comes to life.

History

The origin of the gingerbread man is linked to the Middle Ages, when gingerbread was used for medicinal purposes and as a delicacy. The practice of shaping gingerbread into figures is believed to have originated in the 16th century. Queen Elizabeth I of England is often credited with the idea of making gingerbread men, as she had them made to resemble her courtiers.

Gingerbread Man in Popular Culture

The gingerbread man has been a popular character in folklore and children's literature. The most famous story is "The Gingerbread Man", a folktale about a gingerbread man's escape from various pursuers until his eventual demise at the hands of a cunning fox. This story has been adapted into numerous books, films, and plays.

In addition, the gingerbread man is a common motif in Christmas decorations. It is often used as a design for Christmas ornaments, Christmas cards, and Christmas cookies.

Making a Gingerbread Man

Making a gingerbread man involves mixing the ingredients, rolling out the dough, cutting out the gingerbread man shape, and baking. After baking, the gingerbread men are often decorated with icing and candy to create facial features and clothing.

See Also

• Gingerbread
• Gingerbread house
• Christmas traditions
• Biscuit