Gingercake

Warm your kitchen with the timeless comfort of homemade Gingercake—a spiced, moist delight that's perfect for cozy gatherings or holiday celebrations. Infused with aromatic ground ginger and cinnamon, this cake delivers a deep, rich flavor enhanced by the natural sweetness of molasses. The tender crumb is achieved by balancing creamy whole milk with a classic blend of all-purpose flour and baking soda, creating a perfectly airy texture. Ready in just 50 minutes from start to finish, this easy-to-follow recipe yields a golden-brown cake that’s ideal as a simple teatime treat or an elegant dessert dusted with powdered sugar. Whether served warm with a dollop of whipped cream or enjoyed plain, this Gingercake is sure to be your new favorite in the realm of spiced cakes. Keywords: gingercake recipe, moist ginger cake, spiced cake, homemade dessert, easy holiday baking.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups molasses
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 9-inch square or round baking pan. You can also line it with parchment paper for easier removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the molasses and mix until fully incorporated. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Step 5

Beat in the egg until the batter is smooth.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix gently after each addition until just combined.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cooled, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	944.7 grams (944.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2889

Total Fat 114.30g	147%
Saturated Fat 67.70g	339%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.30g
Cholesterol 507mg	169%
Sodium 2132mg	93%
Total Carbohydrate 433.40g	158%
Dietary Fiber 8.20g	29%
Total Sugars 247.20g
Protein 40.60g	81%

Vitamin D 161IU	806%
Calcium 740mg	57%
Iron 20mg	111%
Potassium 3077mg	65%

*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: 35.2%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 59.3%