Description
Gingerbread Easter Cake is a delightful spring treat that perfectly blends the cozy warmth of traditional gingerbread spices with a light, airy texture. Infused with the aromatic flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, this cake not only fills your home with inviting scents but also serves as a stunning centerpiece for your Easter celebrations. Simple to prepare and easy to customize, this Gingerbread Easter Cake promises to bring joy to family gatherings and festive occasions alike.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Ground ginger
- Ground cinnamon
- Brown sugar
- Molasses
- Eggs
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk brown sugar, molasses, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- Gradually combine the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just blended; avoid overmixing.
- If desired, fold in chopped nuts before pouring the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool before serving.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.
Enhance flavor by adding chopped walnuts or pecans.
Consider serving with whipped cream or cream cheese frosting for added richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg