Nova Scotia Gingerbread

Nova Scotia Gingerbread is a traditional Canadian dessert that dates back to the 18th century. It is often enjoyed during the holiday season and is known for its rich, spiced flavor.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Nova Scotia Gingerbread

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Canadian Courses: Any, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2000

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, melted
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Molasses
• 1 Egg
• ¹⁄₂ cup Hot water

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch square baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, molasses, and egg.
4. Gradually stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until well combined.
5. Stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
7. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the gingerbread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9g14%

Total Carbohydrate 41g14%

Sugars 24g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.