Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup (150g) brown sugar
- ¾ cup (180ml) molasses
- ½ cup (120ml) unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup (240ml) hot water
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 1 cup (230g) cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Recipe:
1. Prepare the Cake Batter:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine brown sugar, molasses, melted butter, and hot water. Stir until smooth.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until combined. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth.
2. Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before frosting.
3. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until the frosting is fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
4. Frost the Cake:
- Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake. For a decorative touch, sprinkle with cinnamon or gingerbread cookie crumbs.
5. Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice the gingerbread cake and serve. It pairs wonderfully with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Nutritional Information (Per Slice):
- Calories: 360
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Sugars: 30g
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Sodium: 320mg
Tips for Success:
- Use high-quality molasses for the best flavour.
- Let the cake cool completely before applying the frosting to prevent it from melting.
- Add a dash of nutmeg for an extra layer of warm spice.
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