Mom's Gingerbread

Step into the cozy warmth of the holiday season with Mom's Gingerbread, a timeless recipe brimming with nostalgia and spice. This classic dessert combines rich molasses, warming spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, and a touch of sweetness from creamed butter and sugar to create a moist, tender cake that fills your home with an irresistible aroma. Perfectly balanced with a hint of salt and an unexpected addition of boiling water for a velvety texture, this gingerbread is quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and bakes to perfection in under 35 minutes. Serve it warm, dusted with powdered sugar for a festive finish, or pair it with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra-special treat. Ideal for holiday gatherings or a comforting weeknight dessert, this recipe is a family favorite that's sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup molasses
• 1 piece large egg
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup boiling water
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Add the molasses and beat until well combined.

Step 4

Beat in the egg until just incorporated.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a thick batter forms.

Step 7

Slowly stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth and well combined. The batter will be thin—this is normal.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the gingerbread cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

Step 11

Optionally, dust the gingerbread with powdered sugar before serving for a festive touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(748.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2461.5

Total Fat 102.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 434mg	0%
Sodium 2592.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 376.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 235.4g
Protein 25.9g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 438.9mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 2650.8mg	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: 36.5%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 59.4%