"The familiar deep color and moistness of gingerbread come in large part from molasses, a dark, thick syrup made from sugarcane juice. Find it alongside other liquid sweeteners...."
INGREDIENTS
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4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted, plus more for pan
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1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, plus more for pan
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3/4 cup all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
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1 teaspoon pumpkin-pie spice
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 cup packed dark-brown sugar
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1/4 cup unsulfured molasses
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1 large egg
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1/4 cup sour cream
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1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
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Confectioners' sugar, for dusting (optional)