Old Sturbridge Village Gingerbread
This is a traditional gingerbread recipe from Old Sturbridge Village. It's rich, moist, and full of warm spices.
Ingredients - Serves 8
- Hot water - 1 cup
- Molasses - 1 cup
- Egg - 1 large
- Granulated sugar - 1/2 cup
- Unsalted butter - 1/2 cup, softened
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground cloves - 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
- Ground ginger - 1 tablespoon
- Baking soda - 1 1/2 teaspoons
- All-purpose flour - 2 1/2 cups
Let's Get Started
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, followed by the molasses.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the hot water, until everything is well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the gingerbread to cool in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Dessert
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 58g
- Protein: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Sugar: 37g