Step into the world of culinary delight and let us guide you through the art of creating the perfect golden gingerbread with dried blueberries. This traditional holiday treat is a symphony of flavors, combining the warmth of ginger and the sweet tang of blueberries. As you embark on this baking adventure, we'll unveil the secrets to achieving the perfect balance of spices, the soft and chewy texture, and the irresistible aroma that will fill your kitchen and warm your heart. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, let's dive into the wonderful world of golden gingerbread with dried blueberries!
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BLUEBERRY GINGERBREAD
Great tasting and a definite twist for gingerbread! Not overpowering. When storing, do not cover tightly, the top will become very moist instead of nice and crunchy. Serve plain or with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
Provided by JO IN ARLINGTON
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Blueberry Dessert Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour an 11x7 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together the oil, 1 cup sugar and molasses until well blended. Beat in the egg. In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, baking soda and salt. Remove 2 tablespoons of the flour mixture, and toss with blueberries to coat. Stir the remaining dry mixture into the wet ingredients alternately with the buttermilk, mixing after each addition. Carefully stir in blueberries. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, and sprinkle remaining white sugar over the top.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.6 calories, Carbohydrate 41.4 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 231.5 mg, Sugar 23.8 g
GOLDEN GINGER CAKE
Not your traditional gingerbread, this cake is flavored with familiar spices and enhanced with freshly grated ginger. (And yes, of course, there is still molasses.) Unlike a brittle cookie or dense loaf, this cake has the texture of what can only be described as a very good cake doughnut, crunchy on the outside and delightfully fluffy on the inside. It's best served just warmed, with a generous helping of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Provided by Alison Roman
Categories cakes, dessert
Time 1h
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9-inch springform pan, cake pan or tart pan with nonstick cooking spray (or grease with softened butter) and sprinkle with a bit of Demerara sugar to coat the interior of the pan; tap out excess and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, turmeric, salt, cinnamon, baking powder and baking soda; set aside.
- Using a stand mixer or an electric mixer and a large bowl, beat together butter, brown sugar and molasses until the mixture is light, fluffy and the color of a very pale latte, 3 to 4 minutes. (Feel free to periodically scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula to make sure all the ingredients are mixing properly.) Add fresh ginger and beat to blend.
- Add eggs, one at a time, until they are totally incorporated and the mixture looks extremely light and fluffy, almost like cake frosting, 5 or so minutes. (Be sure to wipe off any ginger that may have stuck to the beaters.)
- Combine buttermilk and oil in a bowl or a measuring cup. With the mixer on low, beat 1/3 of the dry ingredients into the cake batter, followed by 1/2 of the buttermilk mixture. Repeat with 1/3 of the dry ingredients and the remaining buttermilk mixture. Finish by adding the remaining dry ingredients.
- Pour cake batter into prepared pan and scatter with more Demerara sugar. Bake, rotating once or twice if your oven has hot spots or tends to be uneven, until the cake has started to pull away from the sides of the pan, it's evenly golden brown on top and it springs back ever so slightly when pressed, 45 to 50 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack if you have one. (If not, just let it cool away from the oven.) Do not remove cake from the pan until it is 100 percent cool. Serve with lightly whipped cream or the ice cream of your choice.
BLUEBERRY COFFEECAKE FRENCH TOAST WITH FRESH BLUEBERRIES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 11m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a shallow dish beat together the eggs, vanilla, splash of water, and cinnamon. In a non-stick skillet or griddle melt butter over moderate heat. Dip bread slices into egg mixture and transfer to hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer French toast to a plate, sprinkle with blueberries and powdered sugar. Serve with warm maple syrup.
BLUEBERRY GINGERBREAD
I love this unusual gingerbread recipe and have always gotten great reviews. I got the recipes years ago from a cookbook that Benson & Hedges put out. (I haven't smoked since 1986 so you can tell that I have had this for a long time.)
Provided by Mysterygirl
Categories Breads
Time 45m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- With mixer, beat together oil, 1 C sugar, salt and molasses.
- Beat in egg.
- Combine flour, spices and baking soda, dredge blueberries with 2 Tbsp of mixture.
- Add remaining flour mixture to first mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating after each addition.
- Stir in blueberries.
- Pour into a greased and floured 12 x 7 baking dish.
- Sprinkle top with remaining 2 Tbsp sugar.
- Bake for 35- 40 minutes.
- Cut into squares and serve warm with butter.
- May be served with whipped cream for dessert.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.7, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 18.4, Sodium 231.5, Carbohydrate 41.4, Fiber 1, Sugar 23.8, Protein 3.5
BLUEBERRY GINGERBREAD CAKE
The addition of blueberries in this gingerbread cake may be unusual, but the flavor is wonderfull. The mild ginger flavor appeals to all palates. #151;Vera Springer, Woodstock, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine 1 cup sugar, oil, molasses and salt. Beat in egg. Combine 2 cups flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, ginger and nutmeg; add to the sugar mixture alternately with buttermilk. Place the remaining flour in a resealable plastic bag; add blueberries and shake lightly to coat. Fold into batter. , Pour into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining sugar. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 205mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
ALASKAN SOURDOUGH BLUEBERRY GINGERBREAD
This recipe is based on Julesong's recipe #7020, with some modifications and my addition of fresh Alaskan blueberries!
Provided by Uncle Dobo
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly butter and flour a 8"x8" baking pan.
- Cream together the brown sugar and butter.
- Then add molasses and egg, beating continuously; set aside.
- In a separate bowl, sift dry ingredients together and blend into hot water.
- Then beat this mixture into creamed mixture.
- Gradually add the sourdough starter slowly, mixing carefully to maintain a bubbly batter.
- Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Pour into prepared baking pan and bake at 375 degrees F for about 30 minutes or until done (when toothpick inserted in center comes out clean).
- Serve warm with good quality vanilla ice cream or freshly whipped cream.
- Makes 6 to 8 servings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 444.7, Fat 16.7, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 71.7, Sodium 567.9, Carbohydrate 71.2, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 38.5, Protein 4.9
Tips:
- Use fresh, quality ingredients to ensure the best flavor and texture of your gingerbread.
- Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before beginning.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help incorporate air into the mixture, resulting in a lighter, more tender gingerbread.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk and beating until just combined.
- Fold in the dried blueberries.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the gingerbread to cool completely before serving.
- Serve the gingerbread with a dollop of whipped cream, ice cream, or your favorite frosting.
Conclusion:
This golden gingerbread with dried blueberries is a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist, tender crumb and sweet and spicy flavor, this gingerbread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this recipe a try!
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