Molasses and Spices Ginger Bread Recipe

Name: Molasses and Spices Ginger Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups pastry flour, whole wheat; 3/4 cup flour, all-purpose; 2 1/4 teaspoons baking soda; 2 teaspoons ginger ground; 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon ground; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 large eggs; 1/2 cup brown sugar dark, packed; 3 1/2 tablespoons olive oil or canola oil; 1 cup molasses; 1/2 cup applesauce; 1/2 cup buttermilk

Servings: persons

1 3/4 cups pastry flour, whole wheat
3/4 cup flour, all-purpose
2 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ginger ground
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon ground
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large eggs
1/2 cup brown sugar dark, packed
3 1/2 tablespoons olive oil or canola oil
1 cup molasses
1/2 cup applesauce
1/2 cup buttermilk

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Coat an 8-by-11 1/2-inch baking pan with cooking spray or lay with baking mat.
3
Add whole-wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon and salt in a bowl and whisk until well mixed.
4
Add egg, sugar and oil in a large bowl.
5
Beat with an electric mixer on high speed until thick and creamy.
6
Reduce speed to low and beat in molasses and applesauce.
7
Slowly mix the dry ingredients and buttermilk into the egg mixture with a rubber spatula, making 3 additions of dry ingredients and 2 additions of buttermilk.
8
(Do not overmix.)
9
Scrape the batter into the prepared pan.
10
Bake until a wooden stick inserted in the center comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes.
11
Remove from the oven and transfer on a wire rack, and allow to cool for a few minutes in the pan.
12
Serve warm.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 3/4 cups pastry flour, whole wheat, 3/4 cup flour, all-purpose, 2 1/4 teaspoons baking soda, 2 teaspoons ginger ground, and more.

Yes, Molasses and Spices Ginger Bread 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.

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Molasses and Spices Ginger Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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