GINGERBREAD WITH CHANTILLY CREAM

Gingerbread with Chantilly Cream image

An old-fashioned family favorite, this treat has never lost its popularity during the holidays. A blend of ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg make the bread extra flavorful...and my guests always comment on the "cute" dollop of whipped cream on top! -Pam Holloway, Marion, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1/2 cup shortening
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 large egg
1 cup hot water
1 cup molasses
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
CHANTILLY CREAM:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream the shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Beat in water and molasses. Combine the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. , Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 33-37 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean., In a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar and vanilla; beat until stiff peaks form. Serve with warm gingerbread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427 calories, Fat 21g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 368mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.