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Gingerbread Pudding Cake

A cozy and nostalgic dessert filled with warm spices and rich molasses, perfect for winter gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine American, Holiday
Servings 8 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (sifted for a lighter cake)
  • 1 cup brown sugar (lightly packed for sweetness)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder to help it rise
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda for a little lift
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger the defining spice of the cake
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon warm and aromatic
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg adds a cozy warmth
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to balance the sweetness

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted for richness)
  • 1 cup molasses (for that dark, rich sweetness)
  • 1 cup hot water (to make the batter light and fluffy)
  • 1 large egg (for binding)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sifted flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Whisk these together until they form a light, fluffy mix.
  • Pour in the melted butter and molasses, stirring well to incorporate.
  • Beat in the egg until smoothly blended.
  • Gradually add the hot water, mixing until the batter is smooth and well combined.

Baking

  • Pour the batter into a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  • Bake in your preheated oven for about 30 to 35 minutes, until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool for at least 20 minutes before serving.

Notes

Consider serving warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. You can store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days. The cake can be made ahead of time and tastes even better the next day.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25g
Keyword cozy dessert, Family Recipe, Gingerbread Cake, Pudding Cake, Winter Baking
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