Gingerbread

Name: Gingerbread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 eggs; 3/4 c. brown sugar; 3/4 c. melted shortening; 2 1/4 c. plain flour; 1 c. boiling water; 3/4 c. molasses; 2 1/2 tsp. baking powder; 3/4 tsp. salt; 2 tsp. ginger; 1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon; 1/4 tsp. cloves; 1/2 tsp. nutmeg

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1274 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

2 eggs
3/4 c. brown sugar
3/4 c. melted shortening
2 1/4 c. plain flour
1 c. boiling water
3/4 c. molasses
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
3/4 tsp. salt
2 tsp. ginger
1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. nutmeg

1
Add eggs and sugar to molasses and melted shortening.
2
Add flour, sifted with
3
other dry ingredients.
4
Add hot water last. Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 to 40 minutes.
5
Serve warm with Cool Whip or applesauce.
6
Great anytime.
7
Bake in 11 x 7-inch or 9 x 13-inch pan.
8
(My oven only requires 30 minutes for baking.)

1274

kcal

Calories

Fat

151

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 eggs, 3/4 c. brown sugar, 3/4 c. melted shortening, 2 1/4 c. plain flour, 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
1274 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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