Easy Gingerbread
Warm, spiced, and irresistibly moist, this Easy Gingerbread recipe is the perfect holiday treat or cozy dessert for any time of year. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, molasses, and aromatic spices—ginger, cinnamon, and cloves—this simple yet flavorful recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep. The addition of hot water creates a lusciously smooth batter, ensuring a tender crumb that melts in your mouth. Baked to perfection in a compact 8x8-inch pan, this gingerbread is ideal for sharing or indulging in smaller gatherings. Serve it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of comfort. Whether you're craving a nostalgic treat or a quick festive dessert, this Easy Gingerbread recipe is sure to become a favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups molasses
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cups hot water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.
Mix in the molasses and the egg until well incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on a low speed until just combined.
Slowly pour in the hot water while stirring the batter. Continue mixing until the batter is smooth but do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the gingerbread cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares and serving.
Optionally, serve with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2909 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.2 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.3 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 478 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 2640 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 455.2 g | 166% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 220.6 g | ||
| Protein | 39.0 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 483 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 23.1 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 2795 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
