Best 6 Real Gingerbread Recipes
Welcome to the realm of culinary magic where we embark on a journey to discover the secrets of creating the ultimate real gingerbread. A treat that encapsulates the warmth and nostalgia of the holiday season, gingerbread holds a special place in our hearts. Get ready to unleash your inner baker as we delve into the art of crafting this classic cookie, exploring variations, tips, and tricks to ensure your gingerbread turns out perfect. So put on your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on this delectable adventure together.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
GINGERBREAD
My grandmother first used this recipe for gingerbread over 100 years ago. I remember that the kitchen smelled like heaven when Grandmother baked her gingerbread. The only thing better was when she took it out of the oven and served it with a generous topping of fresh whipped cream! -Ellouise Halstead, Union Grove, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine egg, sugar, molasses, butter and water; mix well. In a large bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, ginger and salt; add molasses mixture. Beat until well mixed. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° until cake tests done, 20-25 minutes. Cut into squares; serve warm with whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 350mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
FAVORITE OLD FASHIONED GINGERBREAD
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
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
REAL GINGERBREAD
Categories Cake Mixer Egg Ginger Dessert Bake Cinnamon Molasses Gourmet Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 9 squares
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F. Butter a 9-inch square baking pan.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, spices, and salt in a bowl.
- Beat together butter, molasses, brown sugar, eggs, and ginger in a large bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until combined. Reduce speed to low and mix in flour mixture until smooth, then add hot water and mix until combined (batter may appear curdled).
- Pour batter into pan and bake until a wooden pick or skewer inserted in center of cake comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Cool to warm in pan on a rack.
BEST-EVER GINGERBREAD
This recipe produces a high-rising cake that is moist and delicious with or without added embellishments such as whipped cream, lemon sauce, ice cream or a sifting of powdered sugar. From a 1969 "Sunset" Favorite Recipes book.
Provided by superbuna
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Set oven to 350°.
- In a bowl, combine sugar, salt, ginger, cinnamon and cloves.
- Stir in the oil, then the molasses, mixing well.
- Mix soda with boiling water and immediately stir into the mixture.
- Gradually blend in the flour, to prevent lumping.
- Then mix in eggs.
- Turn into greased 9 x 13x2-inch pan and bake in a 350° oven about 40-45 minutes.
REAL GINGERBREAD
Steps:
- Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F. Butter a 9-inch square baking pan.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, spices, and salt in a bowl.
- eat together butter, molasses, brown sugar, eggs, and ginger in a large bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until combined. Reduce speed to low and mix in flour mixture until smooth, then add hot water and mix until combined (batter may appear curdled).
- Pour batter into pan and bake until a wooden pick or skewer inserted in center of cake comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Cool to warm in pan on a rack.
- Tip
- Unable to grate fresh ginger? Use ground ginger and an extra half teaspoon of cinnamon for a full ginger flavor.
- Nutritional Information
- Serving size: 1 square
- Calories: 348
- Fat: 11g (29.5% calories from fat)
- Cholesterol: 66mg
- Sodium: 290mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 57g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
EXTRA GINGERY BREAD
Using fresh, ground, and candied ginger gives this gingerbread an extra rich flavor. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.
Provided by Ibby
Categories Desserts Cakes Holiday Cake Recipes
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter and flour a 10 inch springform pan.
- Stir together flour, cinnamon, cloves, ground ginger, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mix sugar with oil, juice, molasses, eggs, and fresh ginger in a large bowl. Mix in crystallized ginger. Stir in flour mixture. Pour into prepared pan.
- Bake for 1 hour, or until cake tester comes out clean. Run a knife around the edge to loosen cake, and release pan sides. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 581.4 calories, Carbohydrate 89.5 g, Cholesterol 37.2 mg, Fat 23.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 457 mg, Sugar 51.4 g
Tips:
- Use fresh ginger: Fresh ginger has a more intense flavor than ground ginger, and it will give your gingerbread a more authentic taste.
- Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make the gingerbread tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough will make it easier to roll out and will also help the gingerbread hold its shape in the oven.
- Bake the gingerbread at a low temperature: Baking the gingerbread at a low temperature will help it to cook evenly and prevent it from burning.
- Decorate the gingerbread before it cools completely: The gingerbread will be easier to decorate if it is still warm. However, don't wait too long to decorate it, or the icing will harden.
Conclusion:
Gingerbread is a delicious and festive treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make your own gingerbread at home. Just be sure to follow the tips above to ensure that your gingerbread turns out perfectly.
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