GUILT-FREE GINGERBREAD

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This year, don't reach for powdered ginger. Fresh ginger gives this traditional dessert a more nutritious, flavorful update.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 1h

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Nonstick cooking spray
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for pan
1 cup whole-wheat flour
3/4 cup turbinado sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup light molasses
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup firmly packed minced fresh ginger
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees with rack in the lower third of oven. Spray a 9-inch square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Line the bottom of the pan with waxed paper, then spray the paper. Dust the entire pan with flour and shake out the excess.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flours, turbinado sugar, cinnamon, and salt; set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together molasses, eggs, oil, and buttermilk.
  • Dissolve baking soda in the cup of boiling water. Fold the baking soda and molasses mixtures into dry ingredients until combined. (Do not overmix.) Fold in the minced ginger.
  • Scrape batter into the prepared baking pan; bake until cake is set around edges and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, about 40 minutes. Cool 10 minutes in the pan, then invert onto a cooling rack. Serve warm or at room temperature, dusted with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 g, Fat 10 g, Protein 4 g

Namutebi Salimah
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I'm allergic to ginger, so I can't try this recipe.


MR AYATU
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This recipe is too complicated and time-consuming.


Mr.Stylish Naiem
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The gingerbread was a bit too spicy for my liking.


Peter Charles
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my gingerbread didn't turn out as fluffy as I expected.


Muneeb Munir
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The gingerbread was a bit dry for my taste, but the flavor was still good.


Swlft co
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This gingerbread is a great way to sneak some healthy ingredients into your holiday baking.


Md Fazlul Karim
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a healthier alternative to traditional gingerbread, and it's just as delicious.


Mahmoud Mah
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This gingerbread is a hit with my kids! They love the cute gingerbread men shapes and the yummy taste.


MD hozifa Khan
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I love that this recipe uses natural sweeteners like honey and maple syrup. It gives the gingerbread a delicious, wholesome flavor.


Danish taimoor99
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The gingerbread turned out perfectly! It was the perfect balance of spices and sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again for Christmas.


Slubeii I
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This recipe is a lifesaver for those with dietary restrictions. It's gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free, so I can finally enjoy gingerbread without feeling guilty.


Razz YT
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I was skeptical about a 'guilt-free' gingerbread, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's just as delicious as the traditional version, without all the added sugar and calories.


Jac Wri
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This gingerbread recipe is a game-changer! It's moist, flavorful, and guilt-free, thanks to the wholesome ingredients. My family and friends couldn't get enough of it.