Gingerbread Bowl

Meet your next holiday showstopper: the Gingerbread Bowl! This whimsical recipe transforms classic gingerbread dough into an edible, hand-crafted serving vessel perfect for holiday treats or dessert spreads. Infused with warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, the dough comes together effortlessly with rich brown sugar, molasses, and a hint of vanilla for a flavor that’s both bold and comforting. The dough is expertly molded over an inverted oven-safe bowl and baked until beautifully golden and crisp, creating a sturdy yet deliciously aromatic centerpiece. Whether dusted with powdered sugar for a festive touch or filled to the brim with candies, cookies, or scoops of creamy ice cream, this gingerbread bowl is a creative way to elevate your holiday table. Easy to make and even more fun to eat, this recipe combines the magic of gingerbread with the practicality of presentation.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Ground ginger
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.75 cups Unsalted butter (softened)
• 0.75 cups Brown sugar (packed)
• 0.5 cups Molasses
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cups Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting/decorating)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, ground nutmeg, and baking soda. Set this dry mixture aside.

Step 2

In another mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer or by hand.

Step 3

Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and beat until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. The dough should be slightly thick but pliable.

Step 5

Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a flat disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 7

Lightly flour a clean surface and roll one dough disk to about 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 8

Find an oven-safe bowl that will serve as your template (e.g., a small to medium-sized glass, ceramic, or metal bowl). Turn the bowl upside down and place a piece of parchment paper over it.

Step 9

Carefully drape the rolled dough over the inverted bowl, gently pressing to mold the dough to the shape of the bowl. Trim any excess dough hanging below the edges.

Step 10

Place the inverted bowl with the dough on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the second dough disk or save it for another use.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the dough is firm and slightly golden at the edges, but not overbaked.

Step 12

Allow the gingerbread bowl to cool completely while still on the inverted bowl, then gently remove it.

Step 13

Optionally, dust the inside or edges of the finished gingerbread bowl with powdered sugar for a festive touch before serving.

Step 14

Fill the gingerbread bowl with your favorite holiday treats and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	984.2 grams (984.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3999

Total Fat 156.40g	201%
Saturated Fat 93.80g	469%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 607mg	202%
Sodium 1515mg	66%
Total Carbohydrate 610.10g	222%
Dietary Fiber 13.70g	49%
Total Sugars 325.30g
Protein 46.10g	92%

Vitamin D 141IU	707%
Calcium 655mg	50%
Iron 27mg	152%
Potassium 3134mg	67%

*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: 34.9%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 60.5%