Easy Christmas Gingerbread Cake
A moist and spiced cake that captures the spirit of Christmas, perfect for holiday gatherings and treats.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Mixing Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the molasses.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with milk, until just combined.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
For serving, consider adding powdered sugar or a simple icing. You can also serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra delight.