Gingerbread Cake with Cinnamon Molasses Frosting Recipe
This classic Gingerbread Cake is moist and warmly spiced, infused with ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and sweet molasses. It is topped with a luscious cinnamon molasses frosting that complements the rich flavors of the cake perfectly. Ideal for holiday gatherings or any cozy occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup hot water
Frosting
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons molasses
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a cake pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt until well combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter and brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Add Molasses and Eggs: Beat the molasses into the creamed butter and sugar, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure a smooth, uniform batter.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually incorporate the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating with the hot water. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined each time to avoid overmixing.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pan and bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting.
- Prepare the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter, powdered sugar, ground cinnamon, and molasses together until the frosting is smooth and creamy without lumps.
- Frost and Serve: Spread the prepared cinnamon molasses frosting evenly over the cooled gingerbread cake. Slice and serve.
Notes
- For a spicier flavor, increase the amounts of ground ginger and cinnamon in the cake batter.
- This cake can be made a day in advance; store it in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- For an extra indulgent touch, serve with a dollop of whipped cream on the side.
Keywords: gingerbread cake, cinnamon molasses frosting, holiday cake, spiced cake, molasses cake, winter dessert
