Cajun Ginger Cake

Cajun Ginger Cake recipe pinit

Cajun Ginger Cake is a popular dessert in Cajun cuisine, known for its rich flavors of ginger and molasses.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 8 Calories: 2400
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the molasses.
  4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternating with the buttermilk. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 300kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g24%
Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
Sugars 25g
Protein 3g6%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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