Gingerbread Cake Recipe – American Special

There’s nothing like a slice of classic Gingerbread Cake to bring warmth and comfort to chilly days. This cake blends spicy ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves with rich molasses and brown sugar, creating a moist, aromatic dessert that melts in your mouth. Bound together with tender all-purpose flour, softened butter, and a hint of vanilla extract, it bakes into a soft, cozy treat that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or any time you crave something sweetly spiced.

  • Prep Time10 min
  • Cook Time45 min
  • Total Time55 min

Gingerbread Cake Ingredients :

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup molasses
  • 1/2 cup hot water
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

How to make Gingerbread Cake :

1

Preheat the oven:Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour an 8-inch round or square cake pan.

2

Mix dry ingredients:In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.

3

Cream butter and sugar:In a large bowl, beat together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the egg and beat until smooth.

4

Add molasses:Stir in the molasses and vanilla extract until combined.

5

Combine wet and dry ingredients:Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the hot water, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

6

Bake the cake:Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7

Cool and serve:Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve as is or with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Recipe Notes :