frosted creams

7 Pinches
Louisville, KY
Updated on Oct 27, 2017

A.K.A. Ginger Bars

prep time
cook time
method Bake
yield 3 dozen

Ingredients

  • BARS
  • 1/4 cup shortening
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1 - egg
  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1-2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup water
  • GLAZE:
  • 1 1/2 cups confectioners sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 tablespoons milk +1 1/2 tsp. milk

How To Make frosted creams

  • Step 1
    In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in molasses and egg.
  • Step 2
    Combine the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture alternately with water, mixing well after each addition.
  • Step 3
    Pour into a greased 13"x9" baking pan. Bake at 400* for 13-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Step 4
    In a small bowl, combine the confectioners sugar, vanilla, and enough milk to achieve desired consistency. Spread over cooled bars

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Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Flour

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