Spiced Molasses Cake With Allspice And Cloves

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups molasses
• ½ cup shortening
• 1 cup water
• 4 cups sifted flour
• 3 level tablespoons baking powder
• 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon ginger
• ½ teaspoon allspice
• ¼ teaspoon cloves

Method

1. 1 Combine molasses, shortening, water, flour, baking powder, and spices in a bowl. Beat just enough to mix.
2. 2 Pour batter into a well-greased and floured pan.
3. 3 Bake in a moderate oven (350°F) for 40 minutes.
4. 4 Cut and serve hot if desired.