In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of ground ginger, 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, ½ teaspoon of ground nutmeg, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together until they are evenly mixed.

In a separate bowl, beat ¾ cup of softened unsalted butter and ¾ cup of brown sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy.

Next, mix in ¾ cup of molasses, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture.

Gradually add the prepared dry ingredients to the wet mixture using a spatula until a cohesive dough forms.

Divide the dough into two equal halves and wrap each half tightly in plastic wrap. Place them in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Allow one half of the chilled dough to soften slightly on the counter for about 10 minutes.

On a lightly floured surface, roll out one half of the chilled dough to about ¼ inch thick using cookie cutters to cut out fun gingerbread man shapes.

Slide the baking sheet into the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes. Once done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.

After allowing the cookies to cool for about 5 minutes, carefully transfer them to a wire rack for complete cooling.

Once your cookies are completely cool, decorate them with icing and assorted candies to your heart’s content.