Treasured Gingerbread

Get ready to savor the cozy, nostalgic flavors of Treasured Gingerbread, a timeless recipe that brings the comforting warmth of the holiday season to your kitchen year-round. This moist and richly spiced treat features the perfect blend of molasses, ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, creating a depth of flavor that's both bold and inviting. The batter, made from a harmonious mix of creamy butter, brown sugar, and milk, bakes to perfection in just under an hour, filling your home with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked gingerbread. Ideal for gatherings, this 9x9-inch bake serves 12 and can be finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar for a touch of rustic charm. Whether paired with a steaming cup of tea or enjoyed as a festive dessert, Treasured Gingerbread is an easy yet indulgent treat that’s destined to become a family classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup molasses
• 2 large eggs
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for optional topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan. Alternatively, line the pan with parchment paper for easier removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the molasses to the bowl and continue to mix until well incorporated.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully combined before adding the next.

Step 5

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt until well mixed.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three batches, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly using a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the gingerbread comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the gingerbread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Optional: Once cooled, dust the gingerbread lightly with powdered sugar before slicing into squares and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1307.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3966.8

Total Fat 117.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 649.3mg	0%
Sodium 2871.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 698.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 460.7g
Protein 52.4g	0%

Vitamin D 187.4IU	0%
Calcium 1292.2mg	0%
Iron 33.1mg	0%
Potassium 5829.2mg	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: 26.0%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 68.8%