You Won’t Believe This SPICED GINGERBREAD Has Such Bold Flavor!

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia powder

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Stevia is a low-calorie alternative.

molasses

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Honey adds sweetness and moisture.

Grab a large mixing bowl and add 3 cups of all-purpose flour.

Add 3/4 teaspoon of baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the flour.

Add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 2 teaspoons of ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cloves, 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon of allspice, and a pinch of black pepper to the bowl.

Whisk the dry ingredients together until well combined.

In a medium bowl, crack 1 large egg and add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1/2 cup of molasses, whisking until smooth.

Cream together 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter and 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar in a stand mixer on medium speed for 2 to 3 minutes until light and fluffy.

Add the molasses mixture to the creamed butter and sugar, mixing until fully combined.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in thirds, mixing on low speed to avoid a flour explosion.

Once combined, check the dough's consistency by rolling a small piece into a ball; adjust with milk or flour as needed.

Divide the dough and wrap it in food wrap to chill.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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