APPLE GINGERBREAD WITH SPICED WHIPPED CREAM

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup margarine or butter, softened
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup apple juice, heated to a boil

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease bottom only of 9x9x2-inch baking pan.

Place all ingredients in large bowl. Beat on Speed 2 about 30 seconds, or until blended. Beat on Speed 6 about 30 seconds, or until smooth. Pour batter into prepared pan.

Bake at 350 degrees F for 25 to 30 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Serve warm with applesauce and Spiced Whipped Cream, if desired.

SPICED WHIPPED CREAM
Makes 16 servings (2 tablespoons per serving)

1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Attach pro whisk to mixer. Place cream in medium bowl. Beat on Speed 7 about 30 seconds, or until soft peaks form. Continuing on Speed 7, gradually add powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. Beat about 30 seconds, or until stiff.

Servings: 9
Source: KitchenAid Professional 9 Speed Hand Mixer Manual