CHILDHOOD GINGERBREAD WITH MOLASSES

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Provided by Jeffrey Alford

Categories     Cake     Ginger     Dessert     Bake     Christmas     Kid-Friendly     Winter     Cinnamon     Molasses     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes one 8-inch square cake with a shiny, dark surface and a tender, aromatic crumb

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon powdered ginger, or up to 2 teaspoons for a stronger ginger bite
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1 cup blackstrap molasses or dark molasses
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
8 tablespoons (1 stick) salted butter (if using unsalted butter, add 1/4 teaspoon salt to the dry ingredients), cut into small chunks, softened
2 large or extra-large eggs, at room temperature

Steps:

  • Place a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat the oven to around 365°F (set the dial halfway between 350°F and 375°F). Generously grease an 8-inch square cake pan.
  • Combine the flour, baking powder, and powdered spices in a medium bowl and mix well; set aside. Pour the molasses into a 2-cup (or more) measuring cup, add the boiling water, and stir to dissolve thoroughly. Set aside.
  • Place the brown sugar and butter chunks in a large bowl and cream together with a wooden spoon, or a mixer. Briefly beat the eggs in another bowl, then stir them into the butter-sugar mixture. Add about 1/2 cup of the flour mixture and stir or beat in on low speed, then add about the same amount of warm molasses-water and stir. Continue to add the flour and liquid alternately, stirring or beating briefly each time. After the final addition, beat briefly (the batter will be quite liquid), then pour into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 25 minutes, then lower the heat to 350°F and bake until done, for 15 to 20 minutes longer, until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let cool in the pan for 20 minutes or more (to allow the crumb to set) before serving. Serve from the pan.

Emmanuel Kyei Peprah
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I'm so glad I found this gingerbread recipe. It's the perfect holiday treat. It's easy to make, delicious, and always a hit with my family and friends.


Luv Buggie
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This gingerbread recipe is a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen. It's a really easy recipe to follow, and kids will love helping to mix the ingredients and decorate the gingerbread.


B2G GAMING
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I made this gingerbread recipe for my holiday party, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. It was the perfect holiday treat.


Ibrahim Saciid
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This gingerbread recipe is a must-try for any gingerbread lover. It's so moist and flavorful, and the molasses gives it a really unique flavor. I also love the crispy edges.


hazel english
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I've made this gingerbread recipe several times, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I love the way the molasses gives it a deep, rich flavor.


rap 1 yea
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This gingerbread recipe is a great way to use up leftover molasses. It's also a really easy recipe to follow, even for beginners. The gingerbread turned out perfectly, and it was a big hit with my family.


Amna Shehzadi
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I'm not usually a big fan of gingerbread, but this recipe changed my mind! The molasses gave it a really unique and delicious flavor. I also loved the crispy edges. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jayla Palone
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I made this recipe for my family's Christmas celebration, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the soft and chewy texture, and the molasses gave it a really nice flavor. I definitely recommend this recipe!


Gabriela aguilar castillo
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This gingerbread recipe is a keeper! It's so simple to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I love the way the molasses gives it a deep, rich flavor. It's the perfect holiday treat!


Becky Desrochers
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I've tried many gingerbread recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make, and the results are always perfect. The gingerbread is moist, flavorful, and has the perfect amount of spice. I love serving it with a dollop of whipped cream


Hima Aryal
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This gingerbread recipe brought back so many warm childhood memories. The molasses gave it such a rich and flavorful taste. It was perfectly soft and moist, and the spices were just right. I'll definitely be making this again soon!