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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 15 |
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This is not a gingerbread cookie. This is a dense, moist cake. Serve with whipped cream and/or a sprinkling of powdered sugar. It is fabulous. Ingredients:
3/4 teaspoon salt |
3/4 teaspoon baking soda |
1/2 teaspoon ginger |
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon |
1/4 cup shortening |
1/2 cup sugar |
1 egg |
1 cup light molasses |
1 1/2 cups flour |
1/2 cup boiling water (do not put in the bowl yet) |
Directions:
1. Slowly add the contents of the small bowl, alternating with 1/2 cup boiling water.
2. Beat until creamy.
3. Grease and wax paper an 8 x 8 x 2-inch pan.
4. Bake at 350 (325 for glass pan) for 30-40 minutes.
5. Remove from pan while still warm.
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