Sticky Gingerbread Cake Recipe

March 01, 2023 Post a Comment

Sticky Gingerbread Cupcakes Charlotte's Lively Kitchen from charlotteslivelykitchen.com

Gingerbread is a classic holiday treat that can be enjoyed in so many different ways. From gingerbread men to gingerbread houses, it’s a favorite of kids and adults alike. One of my favorite ways to enjoy gingerbread is in the form of a cake. This Sticky Gingerbread Cake is a moist and delicious cake that’s filled with warm flavors of cinnamon, ginger, and molasses. Topped with a simple glaze and some crunchy crystallized ginger, this cake is sure to be a hit at your next holiday gathering.

Ingredients

3/4 cup dark molasses
1/2 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup light brown sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons molasses
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Crystallized ginger, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and set aside.

In a large bowl, whisk together the molasses, melted butter, and brown sugar. Add the eggs, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt and mix until combined. Add the flour and mix until just combined.

Pour the boiling water into the batter and mix until combined. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

While the cake is cooling, make the glaze. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and cold water. Bring to a low boil over medium-high heat and cook until the mixture is thick and bubbly, about 3 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and add the butter, molasses, and vanilla extract. Whisk until combined and remove from heat. Let cool for 10 minutes before pouring over the cooled cake.

Sprinkle the top of the cake with crystallized ginger and let sit until the glaze has set. Slice and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition

This Sticky Gingerbread Cake is a delicious treat that’s sure to be a hit at your holiday gathering. Each slice contains approximately 372 calories, 15g fat, 5g protein, and 57g carbohydrates.

This cake is full of warm spices such as ginger and cinnamon, which can help to fight inflammation and boost your immune system. The molasses is a great source of iron and the butter provides essential fatty acids.

This cake can be enjoyed as a sweet treat and can be served alongside a cup of tea or coffee. For a healthier version, you can also serve it with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a scoop of low-fat ice cream.

No matter how you serve it, this Sticky Gingerbread Cake is sure to be a hit! Enjoy!