Hot Water Gingerbread Recipe

Name: Hot Water Gingerbread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 c. sifted flour; 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda; 1/2 tsp. powdered cloves; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. ginger; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 c. shortening; 1/2 c. sugar; 1 egg, well beaten; 1 c. molasses (dark Karo); 1 c. hot water

Servings: persons

2 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. powdered cloves
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. sugar
1 egg, well beaten
1 c. molasses (dark Karo)
1 c. hot water

1
Heat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Grease and flour 9 x 9 x 2-inch cake pan. Sift together first 6 ingredients.
3
Work shortening until smooth and creamy.
4
Slowly add sugar until light and creamy.
5
Add beaten egg and molasses.
6
Add flour mixture and hot water alternately, beating after each addition.
7
Turn into pan and bake in moderate oven at 350u00b0 for 40 to 55 minutes or until done.

702

kcal

Calories

Fat

145

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 c. sifted flour, 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda, 1/2 tsp. powdered cloves, 1 tsp. cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Hot Water 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.

Hot Water Gingerbread

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