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Gingerbread Cake

A moist and spiced gingerbread cake perfect for festive occasions, combining rich molasses and warm spices.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: gingerbread cake, dessert, holiday baking, spiced cake
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup molasses
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup hot water

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add molasses and mix well.
  • Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  • Stir in hot water until the batter is smooth.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Fiber: 1g