Mocha Gingerbread


1 (14.5 oz) pkg. gingerbread mix
1 c. lukewarm coffee
1 egg, beaten
1/2 c. chopped pecans

Orange Cream Frosting
Grated orange rind

Combine gingerbread mix, coffee and egg
in an ungreased 8" square pan.
Stir with a fork about 2 min. or until
batter is of uniform color and consistency.
Stir in pecans. Bake at 350F for 30-35 min. or until
wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool.
Frost with Orange Cream Frosting. Garnish with orange rind.
Yield: 9 servings.

Orange Cream Frosting:
2 (3 oz) pkg. cream cheese, softened
2 tbs. orange juice
1/2 tsp. grated orange rind
1 c. sifted powdered sugar

Beat cream cheese; add juice and rind.
Gradually add sugar, beating untill light and fluffy.
Yield: about 1/2 c.