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Easy Homemade Gingerbread Cake

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 250
A warm and flavorful gingerbread cake perfect for the holidays or cozy evenings. Simple to make with pantry staples.

Ingredients

Dried ingredients

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter - room temp
  • 1 egg egg
  • 1 cup regular molasses
  • 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup hot water

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9 pan.
  • Cream sugar and butter. Beat in egg and add molasses.
  • Mix flour, baking soda, salt, and spices. Combine with wet mixture.
  • Stir in hot water until smooth. Pour into pan.
  • Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top before serving.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Gingerbread