Gingerbread Wedges

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Gingerbread Wedges
45 min.
16
183kcal

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Experience the warm embrace of the holiday season with our delightful Gingerbread Wedges! This delectable treat is not just a snack; it’s an invitation to indulge in the rich flavors of ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, evoking memories of cozy firesides and festive gatherings. Perfect for antipasti, starters, or even as a sweet afternoon snack, these wedges boast a soft and inviting texture, all while being vegetarian-friendly.

Prepared in just 45 minutes, these gingerbread wedges are a fantastic addition to any gathering, whether you’re hosting a holiday party or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home. The process is simple and incredibly rewarding, allowing you to channel your inner baker with little more than a bowl, mixer, and your cherished spices. The delightful aroma that fills your kitchen as they bake is sure to create an eager audience, awaiting to savor these scrumptious wedges.

Each bite is infused with the soulful sweetness of dark brown sugar and the rich depth of light molasses, delivering a comforting flavor profile that captivates both young and old alike. With only 183 calories per serving, you can enjoy the festive spirit without any guilt. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and let the holiday magic unfold with these tasty Gingerbread Wedges that are bound to please any crowd!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup firmly brown sugar dark packed
  • 3.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cloves 
  • teaspoons ground ginger 
  • 0.5 cup blackstrap molasses light
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.1 lb butter unsalted at room temperature
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. In a large bowl, with an electric mixer on medium speed, beat sugar and butter until well blended and creamy.
  3. Add molasses; beat until blended.
  4. In another bowl, mix flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and cloves.
  5. Add about a third of the flour mixture to the butter mixture; beat on low speed until blended.
  6. Add about a third of the water; beat until incorporated. Repeat to add all of the flour mixture and water, beating just until incorporated. Gather mixture with floured hands and form into a soft ball.
  7. Spray bottoms of two 8- or 9-inch pie pans with cooking oil spray. Divide dough in half and press a portion level in each pan. With a floured knife, cut each round into eight wedges.
  8. Bake until top springs back when lightly touched, 18 to 20 minutes.
  9. Let cool about 5 minutes in pan, then invert onto a rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Calories183kcal
Protein6.32%
Fat15.58%
Carbs78.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.75
Glycemic Load
18.56
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.8321739857126%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:182.68kcal
9.13%
Fat:3.17g
4.87%
Saturated Fat:1.87g
11.7%
Carbohydrates:35.73g
11.91%
Net Carbohydrates:34.91g
12.7%
Sugar:14.62g
16.25%
Cholesterol:7.62mg
2.54%
Sodium:148.24mg
6.45%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.89g
5.78%
Manganese:0.47mg
23.26%
Selenium:11.41µg
16.29%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.62%
Folate:50.26µg
12.56%
Iron:1.87mg
10.41%
Vitamin B3:1.75mg
8.73%
Magnesium:32.9mg
8.22%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.06%
Potassium:196.91mg
5.63%
Copper:0.1mg
4.84%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.37%
Phosphorus:34.41mg
3.44%
Calcium:33.55mg
3.35%
Fiber:0.82g
3.27%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.19%
Vitamin A:88.87IU
1.78%
Zinc:0.24mg
1.59%
Source:My Recipes