Gingerbread

Name: Gingerbread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Baking & Desserts
Ingredients: 1/2 c. boiling water; 1/2 c. shortening; 1/2 c. brown sugar; 1/2 c. molasses; 1 beaten egg; 1 1/2 c. flour; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. baking powder; 1/2 tsp. baking soda; 3/4 tsp. ginger; 3/4 tsp. cinnamon

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Gingerbread – a delicious recipe with boiling water, shortening, brown sugar, molasses, egg, flour. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

1/2 c. boiling water
1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. molasses
1 beaten egg
1 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. ginger
3/4 tsp. cinnamon

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Pour boiling water over shortening. Add sugar, molasses and egg, then beat well.
3
Add sifted dry ingredients and beat until smooth.
4
Pour in ungreased 8 x 8-inch pan and bake 30 to 35 minutes at 350u00b0.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. boiling water, 1/2 c. shortening, 1/2 c. brown sugar, 1/2 c. molasses, and more.

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

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Category
Baking & Desserts

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