Oatmeal Gingerbread (Scottish)

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 4
Delicious Scottish Oatmeal Gingerbread Recipe
in Baked Goods

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup oatmeal
1/4 cup light brown sugar
2 ounces butter
2 1/2 tablespoons black treacle ( molasses )
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon mixed spice ( Scottish Mixed Spice )
1 large egg , well beaten
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 tablespoons milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
200
Sugar
15g
Fat
7g
This Scottish oatmeal gingerbread is a delicious treat that combines the rich, warm flavors of ginger and treacle with the wholesome goodness of oatmeal. The result is a moist, spicy cake that is perfect for enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee. Whether you are a fan of traditional Scottish cuisine or just love trying new baking recipes, this oatmeal gingerbread is sure to be a hit.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Grease and line an 8-inch square cake tin.
3.In a large bowl, mix the flour, oatmeal, sugar, ginger, and mixed spice.
4.Melt the butter and treacle in a saucepan, stirring until combined.
5.In a small bowl, dissolve the baking soda into the milk.
6.Add the butter and treacle mixture to the dry ingredients, followed by the beaten egg and milk mixture.
7.Stir to combine everything well.
8.Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and bake in the center of the oven for 25-30 minutes.
9.Allow the gingerbread to cool before slicing and serving.

PROS

Easy to make, flavorful, a great treat for any time of the day.

CONS

Can be high in calories and sugar if consumed in excess.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Oatmeal is a great source of fiber and can help lower cholesterol levels. Ginger has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, while black treacle (molasses) is rich in vitamins and minerals like iron, calcium, and potassium.

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