Best 3 Romanian Gingerbread Recipes

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Romanian gingerbread is a classic holiday treat that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a type of sweet bread that is made with a variety of ingredients, including flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and spices. Romanian gingerbread can be made in a variety of shapes and sizes, and it is often decorated with icing, sprinkles, or other decorations. Romanian gingerbread can be eaten as a snack, dessert, or even as a gift.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ROMANIAN GINGERBREAD



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It's similar to the German one and it's called Turta Dulce. Refrigerate overnight is required, so keep that in mind before starting. I'm not sure if the original recipe calls for ginger or not, but I always add it.

Provided by littlemafia

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 24-48 cookies, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 eggs
1 cup sugar
2 cups flour
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 pinch ground cloves
1 pinch ground nutmeg
grated ginger

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients together well; knead lightly on floured board for a few minutes, adding flour if necessary but trying to keep dough as soft as possible.
  • Put in a bowl and let rest overnight or at least several hours.
  • Roll out small portions at a time, to 1/8 inch thickness.
  • Cut with cookie cutter in any shape desired.
  • Bake in well greased pans at 350° or 375°.
  • May be decorated like gingerbread cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.8, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 17.6, Sodium 32.4, Carbohydrate 17.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 9.8, Protein 1.6

GINGERBREAD I



Gingerbread I image

Gingerbread is an old-fashioned, warm, and spicy treat you can make easily at home with this recipe.

Provided by Kathleen Dickerson

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Spice Cake Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup shortening
½ cup white sugar
1 egg
½ cup light molasses
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees (175 degrees C). Grease and lightly flour one 8 inch square baking pan.
  • Cream shortening and sugar until light. Add the egg and molasses and beat thoroughly.
  • Sift together the flour, salt, baking soda, ground ginger, and ground cinnamon.
  • Bring water to a boil and add alternately with flour mixture to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 to 40 minutes. Serve warm and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.7 calories, Carbohydrate 30.6 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 235.5 mg, Sugar 16 g

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

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your gingerbread.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing can make the gingerbread tough.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the gingerbread hold its shape.
  • Bake the gingerbread in a preheated oven. This will help it bake evenly.
  • Don't overbake the gingerbread. Overbaking can make it dry and crumbly.
  • Let the gingerbread cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.
  • Be creative with your frosting and decorations. There are many different ways to decorate gingerbread, so have fun and get creative!

Conclusion:

Romanian gingerbread is a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for the holiday season. With its unique flavor and texture, it is a favorite of many people around the world. Whether you are making it for a special occasion or just for a snack, Romanian gingerbread is sure to please.

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