Gingerbread Teacake

Delight in the warm, spiced flavors of this Gingerbread Teacake, a classic holiday-inspired treat that's perfect for cozy afternoons. This moist, tender cake blends aromatic spices like ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg with the rich sweetness of molasses for a truly comforting flavor profile. The batter, enriched with whole milk and a hint of brown sugar, bakes to perfection in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal dessert or snack to whip up for family gatherings or festive moments. Topped with a light dusting of powdered sugar, this teacake is as visually inviting as it is delicious. Serve it alongside a hot cup of tea or coffee, and enjoy the nostalgic charm of this easy-to-make seasonal classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 teaspoons Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cups Brown sugar
• 0.5 cups Molasses
• 1 large Egg
• 0.75 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cups Boiling water
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8-inch square baking pan and set it aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Set this dry mixture aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the molasses to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until fully combined.

Step 5

Mix in the egg until incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the whole milk in two batches. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.

Step 7

Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth. The batter will be slightly thin, which is normal for this recipe.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Let the teacake cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 10 minutes before turning it out onto the rack to cool completely.

Step 11

If desired, dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar for a decorative and sweet touch before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	951.6 grams (951.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2449

Total Fat 64.60g	83%
Saturated Fat 33.90g	169%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.20g
Cholesterol 366mg	122%
Sodium 2722mg	118%
Total Carbohydrate 438.00g	159%
Dietary Fiber 8.40g	30%
Total Sugars 249.70g
Protein 38.10g	76%

Vitamin D 134IU	672%
Calcium 745mg	57%
Iron 21mg	116%
Potassium 3122mg	66%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.4%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 70.5%