My Mother'S Gingerbread

Name: My Mother'S Gingerbread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. shortening; 1 egg, beaten; 1 1/2 tsp. soda; 1 tsp. ginger; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 c. hot water; 1/2 c. sugar; 2 1/2 c. flour; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1/2 tsp. cloves; 1 c. molasses

Eats Now Editorial Team · 702 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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My Mother'S Gingerbread – a delicious recipe with shortening, egg, soda, ginger, salt, water. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

1 c. shortening
1 egg, beaten
1 1/2 tsp. soda
1 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. hot water
1/2 c. sugar
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 c. molasses

1
Sift flour with soda, salt and spices.
2
Cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.
3
Add beaten egg and molasses.
4
Add sifted dry ingredients and hot water alternately.
5
Beat until smooth.
6
Pour into well-greased, floured pan.
7
This gingerbread may be reheated to serve hot for dinner.
8
Bake in a 10 x 14-inch pan in a preheated 350u00b0 oven for 40 to 45 minutes.

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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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 c. shortening, 1 egg, beaten, 1 1/2 tsp. soda, 1 tsp. ginger, and more.

Yes, My Mother'S 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
702 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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