Mrs. Washington's Gingerbread 🍞🍊

Step back in time with this delightful recipe, believed to be from George Washington's mother! This gingerbread is rich, aromatic, and perfect for the holiday season—or any time you crave a warm and spicy treat. Serve it warm with a drizzle of icing or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special touch! 🍂🍰

Ingredients

For the gingerbread

½ cup butter, softened
½ cup brown sugar
1 cup Brer Rabbit Molasses
3 egg yolks
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp mace
1 tsp nutmeg
1 wineglass of brandy or 3 tbsp black coffee
Juice and grated rind of 1 medium orange
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 egg whites, beaten stiff
1½ tsp baking soda dissolved in ⅓ cup hot water

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two individual loaf pans.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Stir in the molasses and egg yolks until well combined.
Add the cinnamon, mace, nutmeg, brandy (or coffee), orange juice, and grated orange rind. Mix until smooth.
Gradually add the flour to the mixture, stirring just until combined.

🔪 Be gentle when mixing in the flour. Overmixing can lead to a denser bread. Aim for a smooth batter with a few lumps if necessary.

In a separate bowl, fold the beaten egg whites gently into the batter until just combined.
Finally, stir in the baking soda mixture. This will give your gingerbread the perfect rise!
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans. Bake for about 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool for a few minutes in the pans, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

🍊 For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding chopped walnuts or crystallized ginger to the batter.

Serving Suggestions

Serve slices warm with a pat of butter or cream cheese frosting.
Drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and a bit of orange juice for a citrusy finish.

Variations

Spicy Twist: Add a teaspoon of ground ginger for an additional kick of flavor. 🌶️
Vegan Version: Substitute butter with a plant-based alternative and use flax eggs (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water per egg) for a vegan-friendly option.
Fruit Infusion: Toss in dried cranberries or raisins for added texture and sweetness.

Now, gather your ingredients and create a timeless treat that honors the legacy of a great American! Enjoy baking! 🥳🍂

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# Mrs. Washington's Gingerbread 🍞🍊 Step back in time with this delightful recipe, believed to be from George Washington's mother! This gingerbread is rich, aromatic, and perfect for the holiday season—or any time you crave a warm and spicy treat. Serve it warm with a drizzle of icing or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special touch! 🍂🍰 ## Ingredients ### For the gingerbread - ½ cup butter, softened - ½ cup brown sugar - 1 cup Brer Rabbit Molasses - 3 egg yolks - 1 tsp cinnamon - 1 tsp mace - 1 tsp nutmeg - 1 wineglass of brandy or 3 tbsp black coffee - Juice and grated rind of 1 medium orange - 3 cups all-purpose flour - 3 egg whites, beaten stiff - 1½ tsp baking soda dissolved in ⅓ cup hot water ## Instructions 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two individual loaf pans. 2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. 3. Stir in the molasses and egg yolks until well combined. 4. Add the cinnamon, mace, nutmeg, brandy (or coffee), orange juice, and grated orange rind. Mix until smooth. 5. Gradually add the flour to the mixture, stirring just until combined. > 🔪 Be gentle when mixing in the flour. Overmixing can lead to a denser bread. Aim for a smooth batter with a few lumps if necessary. 6. In a separate bowl, fold the beaten egg whites gently into the batter until just combined. 7. Finally, stir in the baking soda mixture. This will give your gingerbread the perfect rise! 8. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans. Bake for about 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 9. Let cool for a few minutes in the pans, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. > 🍊 For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding chopped walnuts or crystallized ginger to the batter. ## Serving Suggestions - Serve slices warm with a pat of butter or cream cheese frosting. - Drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and a bit of orange juice for a citrusy finish. ## Variations - **Spicy Twist**: Add a teaspoon of ground ginger for an additional kick of flavor. 🌶️ - **Vegan Version**: Substitute butter with a plant-based alternative and use flax eggs (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water per egg) for a vegan-friendly option. - **Fruit Infusion**: Toss in dried cranberries or raisins for added texture and sweetness. Now, gather your ingredients and create a timeless treat that honors the legacy of a great American! Enjoy baking! 🥳🍂

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