Plantain Gingerbread (Liberia) Recipe

Name: Plantain Gingerbread (Liberia)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅓ cup butter, separated; ½ cup sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla; ½ cup water; 2 large ripe plantains, peeled and sliced into rounds; 2 ⅓ cups flour; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; ½ teaspoon ground cloves; 1 cup dark molasses; 1 cup milk

Servings: persons

⅓ cup butter, separated
½ cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
½ cup water
2 large ripe plantains, peeled and sliced into rounds
2 ⅓ cups flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup dark molasses
1 cup milk

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Use a tablespoon of the butter to grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
3
Combine sugar and vanilla in a heavy saucepan with half a cup of water.
4
Add plantain slices and cook over moderate heat until plantains are tender.
5
Drain.
6
Layer drained plantain slices across the greased baking pan.
7
Set aside.
8
Combine flour, salt, baking soda and spices in a bowl.
9
In a clean saucepan, bring remaining butter and molasses just to a boil.
10
Begin adding the flour mix and the milk a bit at a time, alternating them.
11
Beat vigorously until smooth and pour over plantains in baking dish.
12
Bake 50-60 minutes until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

533

kcal

Calories

Fat

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.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅓ cup butter, separated, ½ cup sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla, ½ cup water, and more.

Yes, Plantain Gingerbread (Liberia) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Plantain Gingerbread (Liberia)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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