No-Molasses Gingerbread

Directions

Combine soda and syrup, set aside.

Beat butter with an electric mixer until creamy.

Gradually add sugar, beating well.

Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition.

Stir in syrup mixture.

Combine flour and next 4 ingredients, add to butter mixture alternately with water, beginning and ending with flour mixture.

Mix after each addition.

Pour batter into a greased and floured 9 inch square pan.

Bake at 350℉ (180℃) F for 30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.

Cool in pan on a wire rack at least 10 minutes before serving.