Gingerbread Made With Tofu Recipe

This unbelievably moist and delicious gingerbread is a family favorite – and nobody will guess the secret ingredient is tofu! This recipe, adapted from Jeanette Parsons Egan's "Soy, Soy, Soy" cookbook, creates a gingerbread so flavorful, it's even better the second day! Serve warm with cool whip, vanilla ice cream, or fresh fruit slices for the ultimate treat. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 65 mins

Calories 110.7 kcal

Protein 2g

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Ingredients for Gingerbread Made With Tofu

Soft Silken Tofu
1 cup molasses
Sugar
Soft Margarine
All Purpose Flour
Whole Wheat Flour
Baking Powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
Ground Ginger
Ground Cinnamon
Ground Cloves

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How to Make Gingerbread Made With Tofu

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, combine the silken tofu, molasses, brown sugar, and vegetable oil. Beat until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Stir in the chopped crystallized ginger.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool completely in the pan before cutting and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Gingerbread Made With Tofu?

Gingerbread Made With Tofu takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Gingerbread Made With Tofu?

Gingerbread Made With Tofu has approximately 110.7 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Gingerbread Made With Tofu?

The key ingredients for Gingerbread Made With Tofu are Soft Silken Tofu, Molasses, Sugar, Soft Margarine, All Purpose Flour, Whole Wheat Flour. See the full list with measurements above.