Excellent Gingerbread

Warm your home with the irresistible aroma of **Excellent Gingerbread**, a timeless dessert that perfectly balances rich molasses flavor with the comforting warmth of spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. This easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time, using pantry staples and a hint of hot water to create a moist and tender texture. Baked to golden perfection in a simple square pan, this gingerbread is a holiday favorite that’s equally delightful year-round. Serve it plain for a rustic treat, or elevate it with a dusting of powdered sugar, a dollop of whipped cream, or a layer of cream cheese frosting for a truly indulgent experience. Whether for dessert, tea time, or a cozy snack, this gingerbread recipe will quickly become a cherished tradition. **Keywords:** gingerbread recipe, easy gingerbread, holiday baking, spiced dessert, moist gingerbread, molasses cake.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 113 grams unsalted butter
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 160 grams molasses
• 1 large egg
• 190 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 120 milliliters hot water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 20 cm (8-inch) square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.

Step 3

Add the molasses and beat on medium speed until fully incorporated.

Step 4

Add the egg and mix until combined.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the hot water. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined—do not overmix.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the gingerbread comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the gingerbread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice and serve plain, or top with whipped cream, cream cheese frosting, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	753.5 grams (753.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2477

Total Fat 106.90g	137%
Saturated Fat 58.90g	295%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 470mg	157%
Sodium 2636mg	115%
Total Carbohydrate 369.80g	134%
Dietary Fiber 7.10g	25%
Total Sugars 220.30g
Protein 27.40g	55%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 451mg	35%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 2665mg	57%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.7%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 58.0%