piernik,a gingerbread.Rich with spices,honey,and molasses,it's perfect for Christmas.Learn to make this traditional treat at homefor Ataste of holidaytradition.

Here's a traditional recipe for Piernik, a Polish gingerbread especially popular around Christmas:

Ingredients:

  - 2 cups all-purpose flour

  - 1 teaspoon baking soda

  - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

  - 1 teaspoon ground cloves

  - 1 teaspoon ground ginger

  - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

  - 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice

  - 1/2 cup honey

  - 1/2 cup dark molasses

  - 1/2 cup granulated sugar

  - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

  - 1 large egg, beaten

  - 1/2 cup buttermilk

  - Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions:

1- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

2- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, nutmeg, and allspice.

3- In a large bowl, cream together the honey, molasses, sugar, and butter until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg.

4- Gradually blend in the dry ingredients and buttermilk until well mixed. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.

5- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool before cutting into squares or rectangles.

6- Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Enjoy the rich, spicy flavors of this traditional Polish gingerbread!

Nutritional Values:

Here are the approximate nutritional values for the ingredients used in the Piernik recipe:

All-purpose flour (2 cups):

  - Calories: 800

  - Protein: 20g

  - Fat: 2g

  - Carbohydrates: 168g

  - Fiber: 8g

benefits: Provides carbohydrates for energy and fiber for digestive health.

Baking soda (1 teaspoon):

  - Calories: 0

  - Protein: 0g

  - Fat: 0g

  - Carbohydrates: 0g

  - Fiber: 0g

benefits: Helps the dough rise and can aid in digestion.

Ground cinnamon (2 teaspoons):

  - Calories: 12

  - Protein: 0.2g

  - Fat: 0.1g

  - Carbohydrates: 4g

  - Fiber: 2.8g

benefits: Rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds, and may help with digestion and blood sugar control.

Ground cloves (1 teaspoon):

  - Calories: 6

  - Protein: 0.1g

  - Fat: 0.2g

  - Carbohydrates: 1.3g

  - Fiber: 0.8g

benefits: Rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds, and may help with digestion and blood sugar control.

Ground ginger (1 teaspoon):

  - Calories: 6

  - Protein: 0.1g

  - Fat: 0.1g

  - Carbohydrates: 1.4g

  - Fiber: 0.2g

benefits: Rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds, and may help with digestion and blood sugar control.

Ground nutmeg (1/2 teaspoon):

  - Calories: 6

  - Protein: 0.1g

  - Fat: 0.4g

  - Carbohydrates: 0.6g

  - Fiber: 0.3g

benefits: Rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds, and may help with digestion and blood sugar control.

Ground allspice (1/2 teaspoon):

  - Calories: 3

  - Protein: 0.1g

  - Fat: 0.1g

  - Carbohydrates: 0.8g

  - Fiber: 0.5g

benefits: Rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds, and may help with digestion and blood sugar control.

Honey (1/2 cup):

  - Calories: 512

  - Protein: 0.6g

  - Fat: 0g

  - Carbohydrates: 139.2g

  - Fiber: 0.6g

benefits: Contains antioxidants and may help soothe coughs, improve sleep, and boost overall immunity.

Dark molasses (1/2 cup):

  - Calories: 488

  - Protein: 3.2g

  - Fat: 0.8g

  - Carbohydrates: 120g

  - Fiber: 3.2g

benefits: Good source of iron, calcium, and magnesium, which are important for bone health and energy production.

Granulated sugar (1/2 cup):

  - Calories: 387

  - Protein: 0g

  - Fat: 0g

  - Carbohydrates: 99.8g

  - Fiber: 0g

benefits: Provides quick energy but should be consumed in moderation.

Unsalted butter (1/2 cup):

  - Calories: 814

  - Protein: 0.6g

  - Fat: 92g

  - Carbohydrates: 0.1g

  - Fiber: 0g

benefits: Contains fat-soluble vitamins like A, E, and K, and provides energy.

Large egg (1 egg):

  - Calories: 70

  - Protein: 6g

  - Fat: 5g

  - Carbohydrates: 1g

  - Fiber: 0g

benefits: Excellent source of protein, vitamins, and minerals, important for muscle repair and overall health.

Buttermilk (1/2 cup):

  - Calories: 98

  - Protein: 5g

  - Fat: 2g

  - Carbohydrates: 12g

  - Fiber: 0g

benefits: Contains probiotics that support gut health, and is a good source of calcium and protein.

These values are approximate and can vary based on specific brands and ingredients used.