Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/4 cups (281g)
- Ground ginger: 1 tablespoon (6g)
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (2g)
- Ground cloves: 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (3g)
- Molasses: 1 cup (284g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Beaten eggs: 1 large (50g)
- Milk: 1 cup (240ml)
- Butter, melted: 1/2 cup (113g)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
45-50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the molasses, sugar, eggs, milk, and melted butter.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the gingerbread cool completely before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of the recipe):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich, spicy flavor
- Moist and tender texture
- Can be dressed up with frosting or whipped cream
User Comments:
- "This gingerbread is so delicious! It has the perfect balance of spices."
- "The texture is amazing - it's so moist and tender."
- "I love that it's not too sweet, so it's perfect for a holiday party."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have molasses, you can substitute 1 cup of dark brown sugar mixed with 1/4 cup of water.
- To make a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour.
- Let the gingerbread cool completely before cutting into it, or it will crumble.
- Serve the gingerbread warm with whipped cream or your favorite frosting.
