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Easy Gingerbread Cake with Molasses Frosting

Easy Gingerbread Cake with Molasses Frosting

This delicious gingerbread cake is perfectly spiced and topped with a rich molasses frosting. Perfect for holiday gatherings!
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup molasses
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup hot water

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9 inch baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
  • Stir in molasses and butter. Gradually mix in hot water until the batter is smooth.
  • Pour into prepared pan and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Notes

This cake is best served at room temperature with a cup of tea or coffee.

Nutrition

Serving: 200g | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 120g | Protein: 120g | Fat: 120g | Saturated Fat: 120g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 120g | Monounsaturated Fat: 120g | Trans Fat: 120g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 120g | Sugar: 120g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 120mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 120mg