How to Make Glorified Gingerbread - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something about gingerbread that just screams "holiday season" - the warm spices, the sweet molasses, and the soft, cake-like texture. It's a classic holiday treat that brings back memories of cozy gatherings and festive celebrations. If you're looking to elevate your gingerbread game this year, then look no further than this recipe for Glorified Gingerbread.

This recipe takes the traditional gingerbread and adds a few extra touches to make it even more indulgent and delicious...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup shortening
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk

Information

  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 dozen

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix sugar, shortening, flour, spices, and salt as for pie crust. Divide dough in half and set aside.
  • Add remaining ingredients to half of the dough. Place in a greased 9 inch square pan. Sprinkle the other half of the dough over mixture. Bake for 30 minutes. Cool in pan and then cut into bars.
  • Nutrition

    484 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 33mg
    • Sodium: 543mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 73g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 39g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 123mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 225mg