Gingerbread cookies can be traced back to the Greeks, but became more popular in later years. These carved works of art served as a sort of story board that told the news of the day, bearing the likeness of new kings, emperors and queens, or religious symbols. The finished cookie might be decorated with edible gold paint (for those who could afford it) or flat white icing to bring out the details in relief.
The first gingerbread man is credited to Queen Elizabeth I, who surprised visiting dignitaries by presenting them with one baked in their own likeness. Gingerbread tied with ribbon was popular at fairs and, when exchanged, became a token of love.
Below you can see our first grade gingerbread men and women. Enjoy!
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