OATMEAL GINGERBREAD (SCOTTISH)

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Oatmeal is a Scottish staple. The black treacle can be replaced with molasses. For the mixed spice, I use recipe #484946

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup oatmeal
1/4 cup light brown sugar
2 ounces butter
2 1/2 tablespoons black treacle (molasses)
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon mixed spice (Scottish Mixed Spice)
1 large egg, well beaten
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Line a seven inch square baking pan with greaseproof paper which has been well buttered.
  • Melt the 2 ounces butter, sugar and treacle in a saucepan over a low heat.
  • Sift the flour and baking soda into a bowl.
  • Add the oatmeal and spices.
  • Add the melted butter and treacle mixture, beaten egg and the milk to the bowl, stirring well until completely blended.
  • Pour into the baking pan and bake about 45 minutes.
  • Allow the cake to cool for ten minutes before turning out onto a wire rack.
  • Serve with a dollop of sweetened whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.7, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 39.3, Sodium 224.3, Carbohydrate 22.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 10.2, Protein 2.6

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