Gingerbread

Name: Gingerbread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. sifted flour; 2 tsp. baking powder; 3/4 to 1 tsp. ginger; 1/8 tsp. cloves; 2/3 c. sugar; 2/3 c. molasses (light or dark); 3/4 c. boiling water; 3/4 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. baking soda; 3/4 tsp. cinnamon; 1/2 c. shortening; 2 medium eggs

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1066 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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Gingerbread – a delicious recipe with flour, baking powder, ginger, cloves, sugar, molasses. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

2 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking powder
3/4 to 1 tsp. ginger
1/8 tsp. cloves
2/3 c. sugar
2/3 c. molasses (light or dark)
3/4 c. boiling water
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 c. shortening
2 medium eggs

1
Sift together the dry ingredients.
2
Cream the shortening and sugar and beat in eggs one at a time.
3
Gradually add molasses, beating constantly.
4
Blend in dry ingredients using low speed on mixer.
5
Add water.
6
Mix until smooth.
7
Pour into well-greased and floured 8 or 9-inch square pan.
8
Bake in moderate oven (350u00b0) for 35 to 45 minutes.

1066

kcal

Calories

Fat

137

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. sifted flour, 2 tsp. baking powder, 3/4 to 1 tsp. ginger, 1/8 tsp. cloves, and more.

Yes, Gingerbread falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
1066 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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