Ingredients

The following ingredients have 9 Servings
  • 2 tablespoon(s) Land-o-Lakes butter, softened (this makes it taste more old-fashioned)
  • 1/4 cup(s) sugar
  • 1 - egg
  • 1/2 cup(s) dark molasses (amount depends on type - if you use light use 3/4 cup)
  • 1 cup(s) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon(s) baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) ginger, ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) cinnamon, ground
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 1/2 cup(s) hot water
  • 9 tablespoon(s) Fat-Free Cool Whip (optional)

Instruction

  • In a small bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes.
  • Beat in egg.
  • Beat in molasses.
  • Combine the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Add to butter mixture alternately with water, mixing well after each addition.
  • Transfer to a 9-in. square baking pan coated with cooking spray.
  • Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • Cool on a wire rack.
  • Cut into squares; garnish with whipped topping.