Old Fashioned Gingerbread 1
Experience the nostalgic charm of "Old Fashioned Gingerbread 1," a timeless dessert brimming with the warm flavors of molasses, ground ginger, and aromatic spices like cinnamon and cloves. This classic recipe produces a moist and tender cake with an irresistibly rich, spiced aroma that fills your kitchen as it bakes. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and butter, this is the perfect holiday treat or anytime indulgence. Serve it warm or at room temperature, topped with whipped cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for an elegant finish. Ideal for dessert or a cozy tea-time snack, this gingerbread recipe is a must-try for lovers of traditional baked goods.
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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 powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.75 cup molasses
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x9-inch square baking pan, or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, ground cloves, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer or a wooden spoon, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the molasses to the butter and sugar mixture, and beat until well combined.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
With the mixer on low speed (or by hand using a spatula), alternately mix in the dry ingredients and the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the gingerbread comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and allow the gingerbread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the gingerbread warm or at room temperature, optionally topped with whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
281 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.7 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 54 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 263 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 368 mg | 8% | |
*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.
