Gingerbread Layer Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting and Candied Pistachios

Gingerbread has been enjoyed for centuries and is often associated with the holiday season. It originated in Europe and was traditionally shaped into various figures, such as gingerbread men or houses.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 125 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 17.

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Gingerbread Layer Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting and Candied Pistachios

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 35 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs 5 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 5400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Brown sugar
• 2 Eggs
• ¹⁄₂ cup Molasses
• ¹⁄₂ cup Hot water
• 1 cup Cream cheese, softened
• 2 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Candied pistachios

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 8-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown 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 hot water. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans.
5. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
7. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top. Repeat with the remaining layers.
8. Sprinkle the candied pistachios on top of the cake. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
9. Enjoy your delicious Gingerbread Layer Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting and Candied Pistachios!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 40g

Protein 5g10%

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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.