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Gingerbread Delight

Experience the warm embrace of spiced gingerbread!

8servings
55 min
Easy
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Gingerbread Delight

About this recipe

Gingerbread Delight is a festive, heartwarming dessert that embodies the spirit of the holidays with its rich molasses and aromatic spices. Enjoy this classic treat with a modern twist that will leave you longing for more.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1/4 cup hot water
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 large egg

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. 2

    In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

  4. 4

    Beat in molasses, hot water, milk, and egg until combined.

  5. 5

    Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.

  6. 6

    Pour the batter into a greased 9x9-inch baking dish.

  7. 7

    Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

  8. 8

    Allow the gingerbread to cool before serving.

  9. 9

    Optionally, serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Chef's tip

For a deeper flavor, consider using dark molasses. Gingerbread pairs wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

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