Classic Gingerbread

Warm your home with the nostalgic aroma and comforting flavors of this Classic Gingerbread recipe. Made with a blend of pantry staples like molasses, ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, this traditional dessert delivers the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. The tender, moist crumb is achieved by alternating dry ingredients with hot water, a timeless baking technique that ensures flawless results every time. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a bake time under an hour, this easy-to-make gingerbread is ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Serve it with a dusting of powdered sugar, a dollop of whipped cream, or enjoy it plain to savor its rich, spiced sweetness. Perfect for festive occasions or year-round indulgence, this gingerbread is a must-try for anyone seeking a taste of classic holiday charm.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 0.75 cup unsulfured molasses
• 0.75 cup hot water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9 inch baking pan.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, cream together 0.5 cup of softened unsalted butter and 0.5 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Beat in the egg until well combined.

Step 5

Mix in the molasses until the mixture is smooth.

Step 6

Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the molasses mixture, alternating with hot water, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients, until just combined.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the gingerbread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Cut into squares and serve as desired, optionally with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(922.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2800.6

Total Fat 92.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 403mg	0%
Sodium 3243.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 469.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 227.7g
Protein 38.3g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 516.4mg	0%
Iron 23.8mg	0%
Potassium 3091.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.0%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 65.7%