Old-Fashion Gingerbread Recipe

Name: Old-Fashion Gingerbread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. sugar; 4 eggs; 1 c. molasses; 1 c. cooking oil; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. ginger; 1/2 tsp. cloves; dash of salt; 2 tsp. baking soda; 1/8 c. hot water; 1 c. boiling water; 2 c. sifted flour

Servings: persons

1 c. sugar
4 eggs
1 c. molasses
1 c. cooking oil
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. cloves
dash of salt
2 tsp. baking soda
1/8 c. hot water
1 c. boiling water
2 c. sifted flour

1
Add eggs, sugar, molasses and oil in a large bowl and mix well.
2
Dissolve the baking soda in the 1/8 cup of hot water and add to the mixture.
3
Sift in the flour, spices and salt; mix well. Add the cup of boiling water and beat lightly and quickly.
4
Pour into greased and floured pan (13 x 9 x 2-inch) and bake in moderate oven for 45 minutes or until done by testing with a toothpick.
5
This batter seems thick after making, but do not add anything else.

1877

kcal

Calories

131

Fat

153

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 c. sugar, 4 eggs, 1 c. molasses, 1 c. cooking oil, and more.

Yes, Old-Fashion 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.

Old-Fashion Gingerbread

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