Jamaican Sticky Gingerbread

This Jamaican Sticky Gingerbread is rich, moist, and bursting with warm spices, dark molasses, and fresh ginger. Perfect for the holidays, this spiced loaf gets stickier and more flavorful the longer it sits!

What Jamaican? Gingerbread, of Course!

If you’re looking for a gingerbread that’s rich, moist, and truly unforgettable, this Jamaican-inspired sticky gingerbread is the one.

Packed with warm spices, dark molasses, and freshly grated ginger, this loaf delivers bold flavor with every bite. Best of all, it only gets better as it sits—transforming into a sticky, indulgent treat after a day or two.

What Sets Jamaican Sticky Gingerbread Apart?

I had never heard of Jamaican sticky gingerbread until I stumbled across this recipe, but it definitely had me intrigued. Because I had just baked my own (non-Jamaican) version, I decided to go ahead with this one so I could compare the two.

What they had in common: The same rich, delicious fall flavors and a heavy but luscious texture.

How they differed: This one is definitely darker in color, has a stronger scent and flavor, and is weightier. If you're a super-fan of fall treats, you're really going to love this Jamaican-inspired gingerbread.

Jamaican Sticky Gingerbread Ingredients

I've put together a recipe card for you at the bottom of this post. You can go ahead and skip there now, if you want. But here's a peek at what you'll need to make this lovely gingerbread.

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 tablespoon ground ginger (yes, a whole tablespoon)
• 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground allspice
• ½ teaspoon nutmeg
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup dark brown sugar
• 1 cup dark molasses (or black treacle for extra depth)
• ¾ cup whole milk
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
• 1 large egg
• ½ cup boiling water

How to Make Jamaican Sticky Gingerbread

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and line an 8-inch square or 9x5-inch loaf pan.

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, molasses, milk, butter, and fresh ginger. Stir until butter melts and sugar dissolves.

Remove from heat and let cool for about 5 minutes.

Beat in the egg, then pour into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until mostly combined.

Add boiling water and mix until smooth (the batter will be thin).

Pour into prepared pan and bake 50–60 minutes, until a skewer comes out clean.

Cool in pan for 15 minutes, then turn out onto a rack. Once completely cooled, slice into pieces.

Serve and enjoy!

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature. It should stay good for 4-5 days. You can freeze this to eat later if you prefer.

Serving Suggestions

• Wrap tightly and let sit overnight—the gingerbread becomes gloriously sticky and flavorful the next day.
• Drizzle with rum sauce for a festive finish.
• Add a dollop of whipped cream or crème fraîche.
• Enjoy warm with a thick spread of butter.

Variations on this Recipe

There are so many fun ways you could change this up. Here are some fun ideas:

Coconut: Might sound crazy, but adding coconut would really take the tropical side of this up a notch.

Chocolate Chips: Chocolate works beautifully with fall spices. (Yum!)

Lemon glaze: Might sound like a bit of a stretch but citrus and ginger pair well together. (So does orange, for that matter.) Mix up a simple glaze with powdered sugar and a couple tablespoons lemon juice or orange juice.

Other Ginger-Infused Favorites from Out of the Box Baking

If you're a fan of ginger, we've got you covered! Here are some fan favorites:

Old-Fashioned Gingerbread Loaf: The original, in all its glory! This Old-Fashioned Gingerbread Loaf is moist, spiced to perfection, and bursting with rich molasses flavor. A timeless holiday classic, perfect with whipped cream or a lemon glaze.

Soft Gingerbread Cookies with Cinnamon Glaze: These soft, pillowy gingerbread cookies are full of warm holiday spices and topped with a sweet cinnamon glaze. Perfect for Christmas cookie trays, they’re a festive twist on the classic.

Gingerbread Whoopie Pies: Easy Gingerbread Whoopie Pies made from a white cake mix, filled with cinnamon cream cheese frosting. A simple, festive holiday dessert that’s soft, spiced, and irresistible!

Simple Gingerbread Man Cookies: If you’re looking for a simple but delicious gingerbread cookie, this is it! These come together so easily and they’re perfect for rolling and cutting! 

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About the Baker

Hi, I’m Janice, the baker behind Out of the Box Baking. I love creating old-fashioned recipes with a twist, and this Jamaican Sticky Gingerbread is going to be a favorite for holiday gatherings. It’s bold, spiced, and just the right amount of sticky. Whether you serve it plain or dressed up with a drizzle of rum sauce, it’s sure to become a new seasonal tradition.