Honey Gingerbread

Warm your kitchen and your senses with this irresistibly moist and aromatic Honey Gingerbread, a timeless treat perfect for cozy afternoons or festive gatherings. Infused with the rich sweetness of honey and the warming spices of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, this easy-to-make recipe captures the essence of comforting homemade desserts. Prepared with simple pantry staples, its tender texture and deep, spiced flavor come together in just under an hour. The batter is effortlessly mixed in one pan, making cleanup a breeze, while the luxurious combination of brown sugar and vanilla enhances its caramel-like depth. Perfect for serving as a snack, dessert, or paired with tea or coffee, this honey gingerbread is sure to delight at any occasion. Bake it to share the nostalgic aroma of holiday baking and the ultimate embrace of sweetness and spice!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups honey
• 0.5 cups brown sugar
• 0.75 cups milk
• 1 unit large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Remove the pan from heat and stir in the honey and brown sugar until fully combined and smooth.

Step 4

Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then whisk in the milk, egg, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients in the saucepan, stirring until a smooth batter forms.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Let the gingerbread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy your delicious Honey Gingerbread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	801.2 grams (801.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2342

Total Fat 60.00g	77%
Saturated Fat 32.40g	162%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 327mg	109%
Sodium 2626mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 414.20g	151%
Dietary Fiber 10.90g	39%
Total Sugars 178.80g
Protein 44.70g	89%

Vitamin D 122IU	608%
Calcium 425mg	33%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 898mg	19%

*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: 22.7%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 69.7%