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Gingerbread Cake Cinnamon Molasses Frosting

Moist Gingerbread Cake with Cinnamon Molasses Frosting Delight

This Moist Gingerbread Cake with Cinnamon Molasses Frosting is a delightful holiday treat featuring rich spices and a creamy finish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can swap with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda essential leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder essential leavening agent
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon adds traditional gingerbread flavor
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger adds traditional gingerbread flavor
  • 1 pinch salt balances sweetness
  • 2 sticks unsalted butter can substitute with vegan butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar use light brown sugar if needed
  • 2 large eggs flax eggs work as a vegan alternative
  • 3/4 cup molasses essential for moisture and flavor
  • 1 cup hot water non-substitutable for best results
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk can use milk with vinegar
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar sift for best results
  • 1/4 cup milk use any plant-based milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure extract yields the best taste

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, and salt.
  3. Cream together unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Gradually mix in eggs, then incorporate molasses and alternate adding dry mixture with hot water and buttermilk.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  7. For frosting, cream together unsalted butter with powdered sugar, molasses, cinnamon, and add milk to adjust consistency.
  8. Once the cake is cool, frost generously and garnish if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure your butter is at room temperature for proper creaming. Don't overmix the batter to avoid a dense cake.

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