Old Fashioned Gingerbread Recipe

Name: Old Fashioned Gingerbread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1/2 tsp. cloves; 1 tsp. ginger; 1/2 c. butter or other shortening; 1/2 c. sugar; 1 c. Grandma's molasses; 1 egg, well beaten; 1 c. boiling water

Servings: persons

2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. ginger
1/2 c. butter or other shortening
1/2 c. sugar
1 c. Grandma's molasses
1 egg, well beaten
1 c. boiling water

1
First sift flour, then measure.
2
Then sift three times with baking soda, salt and spices.
3
Next, cream the shortening until it is light and fluffy.
4
Add sugar gradually, beating after each addition.
5
Add well beaten egg and molasses.
6
Beat until smooth. Next, add sifted dry ingredients and mix thoroughly.
7
Add hot water and stir until smooth.
8
Turn into well-greased and floured 8 x 14-inch pan.
9
Bake at 325u00b0 for 35 minutes or more.
10
Check to see if done.

1447

kcal

Calories

Fat

146

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. all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda, 1/2 tsp. salt, 1 tsp. cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Old Fashioned 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 Fashioned Gingerbread

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