Ginger Bars (Gingerbread Cake)

11 ingredients
8 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 cup shortening
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 2 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. 1
    In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar.
  2. 2
    Add eggs; beat well.
  3. 3
    Beat in water and molasses.
  4. 4
    Combine flour, baking soda, and spices; add molasses mixture.
  5. 5
    Spread into a greased 15 x 10 x 1 pan.
  6. 6
    Bake at 350 degrees for 20-22 minutes, or until bars are done.
  7. 7
    Cool.
  8. 8
    Dust with confectioner's sugar.

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