Good For You Gingerbread Recipe

This healthy gingerbread recipe, inspired by Evelyn Tribole's Healthy Homestyle Cooking, is a quick and delicious treat! Ready in under an hour, this recipe delivers all the warm, spicy flavors of traditional gingerbread with a healthier twist. Perfect for a cozy autumn evening or a festive holiday gathering. Get ready to enjoy a guilt-free gingerbread experience!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 166.7 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Good For You Gingerbread

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How to Make Good For You Gingerbread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the brown sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the molasses.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in the chopped crystallized ginger.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool completely in the pan before cutting and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

68g

Fat

0g

Carbs

12g

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