OLD-FASHIONED GINGERBREAD WITH MOLASSES WHIPPED CREAM
Polly Tafrate of South Salem, New York, writes: "I've taken dozens of cooking classes over the years, but some of my best lessons in the kitchen have come from my husband's family. His sister and his mother have shared many delicious recipes with me, including the ones here."
Provided by Polly Tafrate
Categories Bread Milk/Cream Ginger Dessert Bake Christmas Quick & Easy Fall Cinnamon Molasses Bon Appétit New York Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter and flour 9x9x2-inch metal baking pan. Using electric mixer, beat 1 cup sugar and butter in large bowl until blended. Beat in 3/4 cup molasses, then eggs 1 at a time. Sift in flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and salt; beat until blended. Beat in 1/4 cup cream, then 3/4 cup boiling water. Transfer batter to prepared pan.
- Bake cake until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Cool cake in pan on rack.
- Beat 1 1/4 cups cream and 1 tablespoon sugar in medium bowl until peaks form. Fold in 2 tablespoons molasses just until streaks appear (do not overmix). Cut cake into slices; transfer to plates. Serve with molasses whipped cream.
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Mwamtama Kigwe
[email protected]I love this gingerbread! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Shamol Bishwas
[email protected]This gingerbread is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. It's so warm and inviting and the molasses whipped cream topping is the perfect finishing touch.
Andrezo Montejo
[email protected]I've never been a big fan of gingerbread, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and the molasses whipped cream topping is the perfect finishing touch.
Doreen Rwezaula
[email protected]This gingerbread is so moist and flavorful. I love the warm spices and the chewy texture.
Sun Khan
[email protected]I've made this gingerbread several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect holiday treat.
JAVESHEN MURUGAS
[email protected]This gingerbread is delicious! The molasses whipped cream topping is the perfect complement to the gingerbread.
Marutlolle Mathabatha
[email protected]I love this gingerbread! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Shahzadshah Shahzadshah
[email protected]This gingerbread is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. It's so warm and inviting and the molasses whipped cream topping is the perfect finishing touch.
X3S Gaming
[email protected]I've never made gingerbread before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The gingerbread turned out great and it was a huge hit with my family.
Shaneaka Butler
[email protected]This gingerbread is so moist and flavorful. I love the warm spices and the chewy texture. It's the perfect holiday treat.
Thomas Rainbow
[email protected]I made this gingerbread for my kids and they loved it! They said it was the best gingerbread they've ever had.
Nakayinga Hashinat
[email protected]This gingerbread is delicious! I love the molasses whipped cream topping. It's the perfect way to add a little sweetness to the gingerbread.
Azaad Dhaliwal
[email protected]I've been making this gingerbread for years and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Monica Ramos
[email protected]This gingerbread is a classic for a reason. It's the perfect holiday treat. I love the warm spices and the chewy texture.
faical Hamidou
[email protected]I made this gingerbread for a Christmas party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's so easy to make and it's so delicious.
Ahsan123 Ahsan123
[email protected]This gingerbread is the best I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful, and the molasses whipped cream is the perfect topping. I will definitely be making this again and again.