Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of the holiday season with this delectable gingerbread cake topped with a luscious cinnamon molasses frosting. This cake is an aromatic blend of warm spices, perfect for festive gatherings or a comforting treat at home. Its moist texture and rich flavor will transport you to winter wonderlands, making it an unforgettable dessert experience that’s quick and easy to prepare, even for novice bakers.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Additional cinnamon for frosting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time until combined.
- Gradually mix in molasses and buttermilk to the creamed mixture.
- Combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar, then stir in vanilla and cinnamon.
- Frost cooled cakes and serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg