Delight in festive gingerbread cake unique Christmas desserts with creative cake designs that elevate your holiday celebrations Perfect for gatherings
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups of all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon of ground ginger
2 teaspoons of cinnamon
1 teaspoon of baking soda
1 teaspoon of baking powder
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup of brown sugar
1/2 cup of granulated sugar
1/2 cup of vegetable oil
2 large eggs
3/4 cup of molasses
1 cup of hot water
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven – Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures an even baking temperature.
Step 2: Prepare the Pan – Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients – In a mixing bowl, combine flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder. Whisk until well incorporated.
Step 4: Combine Wet Ingredients – In another bowl, beat brown sugar, granulated sugar, and oil until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then blend in molasses and hot water.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures – Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
Step 6: Pour and Bake – Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-55 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick.
Step 7: Cooling Time – Remove from oven, let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
This Gingerbread Cake is a classic Christmas dessert that combines aromatic spices and rich flavors to create a delightful treat for holiday celebrations.
