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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Spicy, moist cake which is why it is my all time favourite Gingerbread. It came from a Robin Hood Cookbook I got for a wedding shower present. Ingredients:
1 3/4 cups flour |
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder |
3/4 teaspoon baking soda |
3/4 teaspoon salt |
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon |
1 1/2 teaspoons ginger |
1/4 teaspoon clove |
1/2 cup shortening |
1/2 cup packed brown sugar |
2 large eggs |
3/4 cup molasses |
3/4 cup boiling water |
Directions:
1. Combine flour, baking powder, soda, salt and spices in a bowl mixing well to blend.
2. Cream shortening, sugar and eggs thoroughly.
3. Add molasses and mix well.
4. Add dry ingredients to molasses mixture.
5. Stir in boiling water; mix well.
6. Pour batter into greased and floured 9-inch square pan.
7. Bake at 350°F for 40-45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in centre comes out clean.
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