Mendenhall Sourdough Gingerbread

Experience the warm, spiced perfection of Mendenhall Sourdough Gingerbread, a delightful twist on the classic holiday treat. This recipe combines the tangy depth of an active, bubbly sourdough starter with the rich sweetness of molasses, a trio of warming spices—ginger, cinnamon, and cloves—and just the right touch of buttery goodness for a moist, tender crumb. Perfectly balanced and easy to prepare, this gingerbread comes together in under an hour, making it a cozy dessert or snack ideal for family gatherings or festive celebrations. Dust with powdered sugar for a simple yet elegant finish, and serve it on its own or alongside a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgence. Tagging keywords: sourdough gingerbread recipe, festive spiced dessert, holiday baking ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup sourdough starter (active and bubbly)
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup molasses
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
• 0.5 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sourdough starter, melted butter, molasses, milk, and eggs until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be thick and slightly lumpy.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Remove the gingerbread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired. Slice into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1130.1 grams (1130.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3001

Total Fat 112.70g	144%
Saturated Fat 66.70g	334%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 645mg	215%
Sodium 2735mg	119%
Total Carbohydrate 469.60g	171%
Dietary Fiber 8.40g	30%
Total Sugars 301.20g
Protein 39.50g	79%

Vitamin D 134IU	669%
Calcium 800mg	62%
Iron 23mg	128%
Potassium 4189mg	89%

*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: 33.2%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 61.6%