Holiday Gingerbread Recipe

Indulge in this festive, low-fat, and dairy-free gingerbread! Bursting with flavor thanks to the addition of crystallized ginger, this recipe from the incredible Heather Van Vorous is a holiday must-make. Perfect for Christmas baking or any winter celebration, this gingerbread is sure to become a family favorite. Get ready for warm spices and delightful chewy texture!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 267.6 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Holiday Gingerbread

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How to Make Holiday 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 oil until smooth.
  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. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in the crystallized ginger.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs attached.
  9. Let cool completely in the pan before frosting (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

106g

Fat

2g

Carbs

16g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Holiday Gingerbread?

Holiday Gingerbread takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Holiday Gingerbread?

Holiday Gingerbread has approximately 267.6 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Holiday Gingerbread?

The key ingredients for Holiday Gingerbread are All Purpose Flour, Brown Sugar, Baking Soda, Ground Cinnamon, Ground Ginger, Ground Cloves. See the full list with measurements above.

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