MENDENHALL SOURDOUGH GINGERBREAD

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Last summer I enjoyed an Alaskan cruise, and we had a fabulous time at the Mendenhall Glacier. :) Alaska is also well-known for its sourdough... and brought together here is a delicious combination of sourdough and gingerbread. Enjoy!

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Dessert

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup sourdough starter
1/2 cup hot water
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups unbleached flour
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup butter, or shortening

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cream together the brown sugar and shortening.
  • Then add molasses and egg, beating continuously; set aside
  • In a separate bowl, sift dry ingredients together and blend into hot water.
  • Then beat this mixture into creamed mixture.
  • As the last step, add the sourdough starter slowly, mixing carefully to maintain a bubbly batter.
  • Pour into lightly buttered and floured 8"x8" baking pan and bake at 375 degrees F for about 30 minutes or until done.
  • Best served with ice cream or whipped cream while still hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.2, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 75.9, Sodium 542.9, Carbohydrate 63.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 33.4, Protein 4.5

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