Marmalade Gingerbread

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 16
A Spicy Twist on Classic Gingerbread: Marmalade Gingerbread Recipe
in Baking

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup brown sugar , lightly packed
1 egg
1/4 cup orange marmalade
1/2 cup molasses
2/3 cup boiling water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
310
Sugar
26g
Fat
10g
Marmalade Gingerbread is a delicious variation of the classic gingerbread that has been enjoyed for centuries. The addition of orange marmalade adds a tangy and bright flavor to this spicy cake. It can be served warm or cold, with whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. This recipe is perfect for a dessert tray and can be made ahead of time.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter and flour an 8-inch square cake pan.
2.In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
3.In a separate large bowl, mix together butter, brown sugar, and egg until smooth.
4.Add marmalade, molasses, and boiling water, continue mixing until well blended.
5.Finally, stir in the flour mixture into the butter mixture until smooth.
6.Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7.Let the cake cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

PROS

The Marmalade Gingerbread is a flavorful and moist cake with a spicy twist on the classic gingerbread.

It’s a great dessert to share with friends and family during the holiday season or a cozy winter night in.

This cake can be baked ahead of time, stored at room temperature, or frozen for future use.

CONS

This cake is relatively high in sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a healthy balanced diet.

Overbaking the cake might result in a drier texture.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Marmalade Gingerbread contains anti-inflammatory properties from ginger that can help reduce nausea and muscle pain.
The molasses is a rich source of iron, vitamin B6, and magnesium.

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