Old-Fashioned Gingerbread Recipe

Name: Old-Fashioned Gingerbread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: GINGERBREAD INGREDIENTS; 8 tablespoons softened butter; 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar; 1/2 cup molasses; 1 large egg; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon ground ginger; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; OPTIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR ICING; 2 cups powdered sugar; 1/3 cup softened butter; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons milk or 2 tablespoons cream; 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Servings: persons

GINGERBREAD INGREDIENTS
8 tablespoons softened butter
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup molasses
1 large egg
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
OPTIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR ICING
2 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup softened butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons milk or 2 tablespoons cream
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Cream together butter and sugar, then beat in molasses and egg.
3
Mix all dry ingredients together in a separate bowl.
4
Add the dry ingredients to the creamed butter/sugar mixture and mix until well blended.
5
Cover and refrigerate for one hour.
6
Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to about a 3/4-inch thickness.
7
Cut into 3-inch squares, or use your choice of cookie cutters to cut out shapes.
8
Place on cookie sheets and bake 7-8 minutes.
9
Transfer to a rack to cool completely.
10
If you plan to ice your gingerbread, prepare the icing now.
11
Mix all icing ingredients together in a small bowl until smooth.

1019

kcal

Calories

Fat

147

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: GINGERBREAD INGREDIENTS, 8 tablespoons softened butter, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup molasses, 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.

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Old-Fashioned Gingerbread

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