Dieter's Gingerbread

Directions

1. 1
   Lightly coat an 8x8x2-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray; dust lightly with flour.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   In a large mixing bowl combine the 1 1/2 cups flour, the sugar, ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. 4
   Add the water, molasses, butter, and egg whites.
5. 5
   Beat with an electric mixer on low to medium speed until combined.
6. 6
   Beat on high speed for 2 minutes.
7. 7
   Spread into prepared pan.
8. 8
   Bake in a 350 degree F oven about 20 minutes or until a wooden toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
9. 9
   Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
10. 10
    Remove cake from pan.
11. 11
    Serve warm and, if desired, with dessert topping.