How to Make Ye Ole Gingerbread - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the warm and comforting aroma of freshly baked gingerbread wafting through the house. This classic holiday treat has been enjoyed for centuries, and its spicy-sweet flavor is sure to bring a smile to everyone's face. Whether you're baking gingerbread cookies, a loaf, or a cake, there's a certain magic that comes with this beloved dessert. If you're in the mood to create some magic in the kitchen, then look no further than our recipe for Ye Ole Gingerbread. With just...

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Ingredients

  • 6 ounces butter
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 3 tablespoons golden syrup
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Information

  • Prep Time: 8 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 8 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 - 8x4 inch loaf

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour an 8x4 inch loaf pan.
  • In a small saucepan, combine the butter, sugar, golden syrup, and milk. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat, and set aside. Sift the flour, baking soda, ginger, and allspice into a large bowl. Stir in the boiled mixture until just blended. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Turn down the oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C), and bake for 1 hour, or until the top of the loaf springs back when lightly touched.
  • Nutrition

    401 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 48mg
    • Sodium: 297mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 57g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 29g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 49mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 96mg