Good for You Gingerbread
Indulge in the comforting flavors of the season with this healthier take on classic gingerbread—'Good for You Gingerbread.' Made with a wholesome blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flour, this moist, spiced loaf is naturally sweetened with molasses, pure maple syrup, and unsweetened applesauce, eliminating the need for refined sugar. Warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg pack every bite with a holiday-inspired aroma, while Greek yogurt and almond milk create a tender, fluffy texture. Ready in under an hour, this heart-healthy gingerbread is perfect for cozy mornings or festive gatherings. Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant, guilt-free treat that pairs beautifully with your favorite cup of coffee or tea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cups Molasses
- 0.25 cups Pure maple syrup
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.25 cups Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 2 tablespoons Optional: Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
In another bowl, combine the wet ingredients: applesauce, molasses, maple syrup, eggs, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and almond milk. Whisk until smooth.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the gingerbread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Once cooled, lightly dust the top with powdered sugar for a festive touch before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1800 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 16.7 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 378 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 2180 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 375.2 g | 136% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.3 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 186.4 g | ||
| Protein | 50.0 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 845 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 20.9 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 3703 mg | 79% | |
*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.
