Best 6 Grandmas Old Fashioned Gingerbread Recipes

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Indulge in a nostalgic journey with Grandma's Old-Fashioned Gingerbread, a timeless classic that evokes memories of cozy kitchens and the sweet aroma of freshly baked goods. This delectable treat is characterized by a moist and tender crumb, perfectly balanced with the warm and spicy flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg. The icing, a symphony of powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla, adds a touch of sweetness and complements the gingerbread's robust flavor profile. Alongside the classic recipe, this article also offers variations to cater to different dietary preferences and unique flavor combinations. Explore the gluten-free version for those with dietary restrictions, the tangy twist of the lemon-gingerbread, and the decadent indulgence of the chocolate-gingerbread. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, this article ensures a delightful baking experience and a gingerbread that will become a cherished family tradition.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

FAVORITE OLD FASHIONED GINGERBREAD



Favorite Old Fashioned Gingerbread image

This is everyone's holiday favorite, even the busy cook's, because it is so easy to make.

Provided by Charles

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Spice Cake Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup white sugar
½ cup butter
1 egg
1 cup molasses
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup hot water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9-inch square pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and butter. Beat in the egg, and mix in the molasses.
  • In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Blend into the creamed mixture. Stir in the hot water. Pour into the prepared pan.
  • Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in pan before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.1 calories, Carbohydrate 65.3 g, Cholesterol 47.8 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 434.7 mg, Sugar 31.5 g

GRANDMOTHER'S GINGERBREAD RECIPE



Grandmother's Gingerbread Recipe image

Grandmother's Old Fashioned Gingerbread Cake recipe brings back lots of memories, especially of Christmas. The cake is easy to prepare and great plain, or topped with whipped topping, apple butter, or applesauce.

Provided by Steve Gordon

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup Wesson Oil
1/4 cup Sugar
1/2 cup Grandma's Molasses
1-1/2 cup Self-Rising Flour
1/2 cup Milk
1 Egg
1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon Ginger

Steps:

  • Place Wesson Oil in a medium sized mixing bowl.
  • Add sugar.
  • Cream oil and sugar together with mixer
  • Add molasses. Mix together.
  • Add flour. Mix together.
  • Add milk. Mix together.
  • Beat egg and add to mixture.
  • Add cinnamon.
  • Add ginger.
  • Mix until well combined.
  • Grease and flour a 9-inch square baking pan.
  • Pour batter into pan. Spread out evenly.
  • Bake at 350F degrees for 35-45 minutes until done.
  • Remove from oven when done. Place on wire rack, cool 15 minutes.
  • Turn out of pan and continue to cool on wire rack.
  • Enjoy

OLD-FASHIONED GINGERBREAD



Old-Fashioned Gingerbread image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 2h50m

Yield 9 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup dark rum or water
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/4 pound (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 cup unsulphured molasses
1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest
2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 cup minced dried crystallized ginger (not in syrup)
1 cup confectioners' sugar, optional
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed orange juice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8 by 8-inch cake pan and line with parchment paper. Grease and flour the pan.
  • Place the rum and raisins in a small pan, cover and heat until the rum boils. Turn off the heat and set aside. Place the butter and molasses in another small pan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Pour the mixture into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Cool for 5 minutes, then mix in the sour cream and orange zest.
  • Meanwhile, sift the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt together in a small bowl. Mix with your hands until combined. With the mixer on low speed, slowly add the flour mixture to the molasses mixture and mix only until smooth. Drain the raisins and add them and crystallized ginger to the mixture with a spatula. Pour into the prepared pan and bake for about 35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Set aside to cool completely.
  • When the cake has cooled, whisk together the confectioners' sugar and orange juice and pour it onto the gingerbread, allowing it to drip down the sides. Allow the glaze to set. Cut the gingerbread into 9 squares.

OLD FASHION GINGERBREAD



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My dad would always tell me his mother made gingerbread with hot water and that it was dense and rich with molasses. Over the years I looked for such a recipe, to no avail. Then one day I was given a book compiled by an elderly woman who recalled recipes from her childhood in Virginia, and there it was! I made one slight change, substituting shortening for lard. For gingerbread lovers, this classic version is wonderful, whether you eat it hot and dripping with butter or at room temperature.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup shortening, cubed
1 cup boiling water
2 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 cups molasses
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 9-in. square baking pan; set aside. In a large bowl, mix butter, shortening and boiling water until smooth; cool slightly. Beat in eggs and molasses until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, ginger, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and baking soda; gradually beat into molasses mixture. Transfer to prepared pan., Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool completely on wire rack. If desired, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 390mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GRANDMA BROWN'S GINGERBREAD



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Grandma Brown was my great-grandmother on my father's side. I never got to meet her, but I remember my grandma making her gingerbread. Last Christmas, I made a bunch of it up and gave it to my family. Now, I give it to you. Enjoy! Due to feedback, I am adding another comment here...old-fashioned gingerbread is a dense cake. If that is not what you expect from gingerbread, then this recipe is probably not for you.

Provided by Felix4067

Categories     Breads

Time 30m

Yield 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup molasses
1 cup boiling water
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups flour
2 large eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons ginger
3 teaspoons cinnamon

Steps:

  • Grease well either a 9 x 13 baking pan or two 9-inch round pans.
  • Cut a piece of parchment or waxed paper to fit bottom of pan.
  • Cream sugar and shortening together.
  • Mix dry ingredients together.
  • Add the molasses and boiling water to the sugar and shortening mixture, then slowly add dry ingredients to this mixture; mixing well between each addition.
  • Beat eggs well.
  • Add into mixture last.
  • Pour into prepared pan (s).
  • Bake at 350° or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean (it should take 20 minutes, but can take as long as 35 minutes).
  • Best when served warm with fresh whipped cream, but delicious any time.

OLD FASHIONED GINGERBREAD COOKIES



Old Fashioned GingerBread Cookies image

This is an old recipe from the Scovil Bakery in Nauvoo,Il.These were baked in a 'bustle oven'and they still bake bread and cookies in that oven to serve to tours groups to show them what it was like during pioneer times.

Provided by Divinemom5

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 4 dozen(depending on size of cookie cutters or how t

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup sugar
1 cup sorghum or 1 cup molasses
3/4 cup oil or 3/4 cup lard
1/2 cup hot water
2 eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons ginger
6 -7 cups white flour

Steps:

  • Combine first four ingredients in large bowl.
  • Add eggs.
  • Mix dry ingredients together and add to wet.
  • Mix well.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Roll dough out on Pam (or other non-stick cooking spray) covered surface (I roll mine out thick,I like a thicker cookie) Cut with desired shapes.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.
  • These cookies freeze well and are softer and more flavorful after freezing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1442, Fat 46.7, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 93, Sodium 648.4, Carbohydrate 230.8, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 50.6, Protein 28.1

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before starting, ensure you have all the ingredients and equipment ready. This will ensure a smooth and efficient baking process.
  • Fresh Ingredients: Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Freshly grated ginger and pure vanilla extract will enhance the taste of your gingerbread.
  • Proper Measuring: Measure ingredients accurately using the correct measuring cups and spoons. This will ensure the right proportions and a successful bake.
  • Creaming Butter and Sugar: Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This will incorporate air into the mixture, resulting in a lighter and more tender gingerbread.
  • Ginger Flavor: Use a combination of ground ginger, fresh grated ginger, and molasses to achieve a well-balanced ginger flavor. Adjust the amount of ginger to suit your taste preferences.
  • Baking Time: Bake the gingerbread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking can dry out the gingerbread, so keep a close watch.
  • Cooling and Decorating: Let the gingerbread cool completely before decorating. This will prevent the icing from melting or becoming runny. Use your favorite frosting or glaze to decorate the gingerbread, and consider adding festive sprinkles or other decorations.

Conclusion:

This recipe for Grandma's Old-Fashioned Gingerbread is a delightful treat that combines classic flavors and simple ingredients. With its warm, spicy aroma and soft, chewy texture, this gingerbread is perfect for the holiday season or any special occasion. Whether you enjoy it plain, frosted, or decorated, this recipe is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and bring back fond memories of Grandma's kitchen.

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