Gingerbread Mix
Description
This homemade gingerbread mix is the ultimate pantry staple for cozy winter baking. By combining unbleached flour, sugar, and a robust blend of warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, you create a foundation for moist, aromatic treats. The vegetable shortening ensures a tender crumb, while the baking powder and soda provide the perfect lift. Ideal for holiday gatherings, school bake sales, or a quick afternoon snack, this mix allows you to whip up fresh gingerbread with just the addition of wet ingredients. It captures that nostalgic, home-style flavor that brings warmth to any table. Store it in an airtight container for quick access whenever the craving for spicy, sweet comfort food strikes.Ingredients
Directions
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Sift the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, baking soda, cloves, ginger, and cinnamon together into a large mixing bowl to ensure even distribution of spices.
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Using a pastry blender or two forks, cut the vegetable shortening into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.
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Transfer the finished mix into a large airtight container.
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Label the container with the date and contents.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 13
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 2815.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 124.8g192%
- Saturated Fat 41.8g209%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2109.6mg88%
- Total Carbohydrate 368.9g123%
- Dietary Fiber 13.0g52%
- Sugars 1.4g
- Protein 48.0g96%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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