1 egg
1 c. molasses
3 tbsp. butter, room temp.
2 tsp. ground ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
2/3 c. granulated sugar
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 c. boiling water
3 c. flour
Preheat oven to 350°
Mix flour, spices salt and baking soda and set aside.
In a separate bowl, beat egg, molasses, butter and sugar until smooth. Add boiling water and dry ingredients and mix until everything is combines.
Transfer batter to a greased 9x9 pan and bake for 40-45 minutes.
Cool completely and serve with whipped cream.