Best 6 Favorite Old Fashioned Gingerbread Recipes

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In the realm of holiday baking, few treats evoke a sense of nostalgia and comfort quite like the classic gingerbread cookie. With its warm spices, molasses-rich flavor, and irresistible chewy texture, this iconic confection has stood the test of time, bringing joy to generations of families. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, embarking on a journey to find the best recipe for your "favorite old fashioned gingerbread" can be a delightful and rewarding experience. From traditional renditions passed down through generations to modern variations with unique twists, the world of gingerbread recipes is vast and enticing.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

OLD FASHIONED GINGERBREAD CAKE



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This is the easiest gingerbread cake you'll ever make and the best tasting too. The texture is excellent. A family favourite.

Provided by Crosby's Molasses

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups flour
1 ½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup sugar
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ cup soft butter
¾ cup Crosby's Fancy Molasses
1 egg
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup lightly packed brown sugar
3 Tbsp. Crosby's Fancy Molasses
1 cup plus 3 Tbsp. 35% cream (whipping cream)
1 tsp. pure vanilla

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 F
  • Grease and flour an 8"x 8" square pan (or line the pan with parchment paper.) *
  • Sift together dry ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Add the butter, molasses and egg and beat for two minutes or 300 strokes by hand. (This is a very old recipe...)
  • Add the boiling water.
  • Beat for another two minutes and turn into prepared pan.
  • Bake 50-55 minutes, or until cake springs back when lightly touched.

FAVORITE OLD FASHIONED GINGERBREAD



Favorite Old Fashioned Gingerbread image

This is everyone's holiday favorite, even the busy cook's, because it is so easy to make.

Provided by Charles

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Spice Cake Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup white sugar
½ cup butter
1 egg
1 cup molasses
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup hot water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9-inch square pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and butter. Beat in the egg, and mix in the molasses.
  • In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Blend into the creamed mixture. Stir in the hot water. Pour into the prepared pan.
  • Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in pan before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.1 calories, Carbohydrate 65.3 g, Cholesterol 47.8 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 434.7 mg, Sugar 31.5 g

OLD-FASHIONED GINGERBREAD



Old-Fashioned Gingerbread image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 2h50m

Yield 9 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup dark rum or water
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/4 pound (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 cup unsulphured molasses
1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest
2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 cup minced dried crystallized ginger (not in syrup)
1 cup confectioners' sugar, optional
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed orange juice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8 by 8-inch cake pan and line with parchment paper. Grease and flour the pan.
  • Place the rum and raisins in a small pan, cover and heat until the rum boils. Turn off the heat and set aside. Place the butter and molasses in another small pan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Pour the mixture into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Cool for 5 minutes, then mix in the sour cream and orange zest.
  • Meanwhile, sift the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt together in a small bowl. Mix with your hands until combined. With the mixer on low speed, slowly add the flour mixture to the molasses mixture and mix only until smooth. Drain the raisins and add them and crystallized ginger to the mixture with a spatula. Pour into the prepared pan and bake for about 35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Set aside to cool completely.
  • When the cake has cooled, whisk together the confectioners' sugar and orange juice and pour it onto the gingerbread, allowing it to drip down the sides. Allow the glaze to set. Cut the gingerbread into 9 squares.

OLD FASHION GINGERBREAD



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My dad would always tell me his mother made gingerbread with hot water and that it was dense and rich with molasses. Over the years I looked for such a recipe, to no avail. Then one day I was given a book compiled by an elderly woman who recalled recipes from her childhood in Virginia, and there it was! I made one slight change, substituting shortening for lard. For gingerbread lovers, this classic version is wonderful, whether you eat it hot and dripping with butter or at room temperature.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup shortening, cubed
1 cup boiling water
2 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 cups molasses
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 9-in. square baking pan; set aside. In a large bowl, mix butter, shortening and boiling water until smooth; cool slightly. Beat in eggs and molasses until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, ginger, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and baking soda; gradually beat into molasses mixture. Transfer to prepared pan., Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool completely on wire rack. If desired, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 390mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

FAVORITE OLD FASHIONED GINGERBREAD



Favorite Old Fashioned Gingerbread image

This gingerbread is everyone's holiday favorite, even the busy cook's because it is so easy to make.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Categories     Spice Cake

Time 1h45m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup butter
½ cup white sugar
1 egg
1 cup molasses
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup hot water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9-inch pan.
  • Beat butter and sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth. Add egg; beat until light and fluffy. Mix in the molasses.
  • Sift flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt into a large bowl; add to the molasses mixture and stir in hot water until combined. Pour cake batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Allow to cool in pan before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.1 calories, Carbohydrate 65.3 g, Cholesterol 47.8 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 434.7 mg, Sugar 31.5 g

FAVORITE OLD FASHIONED GINGERBREAD



FAVORITE OLD FASHIONED GINGERBREAD image

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup butter
1 egg
1 cup molasses
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup hot water

Steps:

  • 1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9 inch square pan. 2.In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and butter. Beat in the egg, and mix in the molasses. 3.In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Blend into the creamed mixture. Stir in the hot water. Pour into the prepared pan. 4.Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in pan before serving.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your gingerbread. Look for fresh ginger, molasses, and butter.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the gingerbread tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the dough before rolling it out. This will make it easier to work with and will help prevent the gingerbread from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Bake the gingerbread at a low temperature. This will help it to bake evenly and prevent it from burning.
  • Decorate the gingerbread with your favorite toppings. You can use frosting, sprinkles, candy, or anything else you like.

Conclusion:

Gingerbread is a classic holiday treat that is easy to make and always a hit with family and friends. With a little planning and effort, you can make a delicious and beautiful gingerbread house or cookies that will be the centerpiece of your holiday table. So get creative and have fun!

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