Description
Gingerbread Cake With Sweet Molasses Frosting is a delightful holiday treat that fills your kitchen with the aroma of warm spices and sweet molasses. This moist and flavorful cake is perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights in. With its rich texture and luscious frosting, every slice offers an irresistible taste experience that will bring joy to your loved ones. Easy to prepare, this classic dessert will become a cherished addition to your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup dark molasses
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup milk (or almond milk)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time followed by molasses until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with milk until just mixed.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting, beat softened butter with powdered sugar and molasses until creamy; add milk as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting generously.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg