Ingredients

  • 3 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup light molasses
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup raisins

Method

  • Line 2 (8x12) cookie sheets with parchment paper and grease well. Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • In a large bowl SIFT together flour, baking powder, soda, salt and spices. Add raisins; set to side.
  • Cream butter, add sugar and mix well; add molasses then boiling water.
  • Combine dry and liquid ingredients and beat well. Pour into prepared pans and bake 40-50 min's. (prep time is estimate).
  • *My Note: when cooled you can top slices with whip cream or ice cream OR, you can create a layered dessert or sandwich type dessert. Have fun with it!