Gingerbread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Gingerbread cake is a traditional dessert often enjoyed during the holiday season, particularly in North America and Europe. It is known for its warm, spicy flavors and soft, moist texture.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Gingerbread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 4200

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• ¹⁄₂ cup Molasses
• ¹⁄₂ cup Hot water
• 1 cup Cream cheese, softened
• 2 cup Powdered sugar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Whipping cream

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, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, then stir in the molasses.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the hot water. Mix until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
8. In another bowl, whip the whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
9. Once the cake has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top and sides.
10. Optional: Decorate with gingerbread cookies or sprinkles.
11. Let the cake rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
12. Enjoy your delicious Gingerbread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16g25%

Total Carbohydrate 48g16%

Sugars 32g

Protein 4g8%

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