Soft & Chewy Gingerbread Men with Easy Royal Icing - Recipes by Clare

Ingredients

• 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour.
• 1 1/2 tablespoons ground ginger.
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon.
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves.
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg.
• 1 teaspoon baking soda.
• 1/2 teaspoon salt.
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened.
• 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed.
• 1/2 cup molasses.
• 1 large egg, room temperature.
• 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar.
• 4 tablespoons warm water.
• 2 tablespoons meringue powder.
• 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar.