Description
Gingerbread is the ultimate cozy dessert, perfect for chilly days and festive gatherings. This old-fashioned gingerbread recipe combines the warmth of spices with the sweetness of molasses, creating a moist and tender treat that evokes nostalgic memories of family traditions. With its rich flavor and inviting aroma, this gingerbread will quickly become a holiday favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsulfured dark molasses
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup hot water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, molasses, eggs, and hot water until smooth.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Allow to cool before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg