Pumpkin Gingerbread Recipe ๐๐
Description: Dive into the delightful flavors of autumn with this Pumpkin Gingerbread recipe. Perfect for Winter, Christmas, or Thanksgiving celebrations, this sweet treat will warm your soul and fill your home with the cozy aroma of spices. It’s an ideal choice for a Weeknight dessert, Brunch, or any occasion that calls for a comforting oven-baked delight, requiring less than 4 hours from start to finish.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 cup | Shortening |
| 1/2 cup | Sugar |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1 cup | Pumpkin |
| 1/2 cup | Dark Molasses |
| 2 1/4 cups | All-Purpose Flour |
| 1 tsp | Baking Soda |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 tsp | Ginger |
| 1 tsp | Cinnamon |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 339.3
- Fat: 13.1g
- Saturated Fat: 3.6g
- Cholesterol: 23.4mg
- Sodium: 296.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 51.1g
- Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugar: 23.1g
- Protein: 4.9g
Servings: 9
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9-inch square pan, ensuring it’s well-prepared for the batter.
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Mix Shortening, Sugar, and Egg: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the shortening, sugar, and egg until smooth and creamy.
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Blend Pumpkin Mixture: In another bowl, blend together the pumpkin, dark molasses, and sour milk until well incorporated.
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Sift Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, and cinnamon. This will ensure an even distribution of dry ingredients in the batter.
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Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the shortening-sugar-egg mixture, alternating with the pumpkin mixture. Beat the combined mixture until smooth and uniform in texture.
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Pour into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared 9-inch square pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula to ensure it bakes evenly.
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Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the pumpkin gingerbread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Serve and enjoy the warm, aromatic goodness of this Pumpkin Gingerbread with your favorite hot beverage or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgence!
This Pumpkin Gingerbread recipe is sure to become a seasonal favorite, perfect for gatherings with loved ones or cozy evenings by the fireplace. Embrace the flavors of Fall with every delicious bite! ๐๐งก
