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Mini Gingerbread Cake

This mini gingerbread cake is a tender, richly spiced small loaf made with molasses and warm holiday spices. It delivers classic gingerbread flavor in a perfectly sized portion for one or two.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Cool15 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Bread, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: cake, gingerbread, gingerbread cake, gingerbread loaf
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter -softened
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • ⅔ cup all purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup hot water
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Instructions

  • Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a medium bowl, cream the butter and sugar with a hand mixer until smooth and fluffy.
  • Mix in the egg yolk, then blend in the molasses.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix just until combined.
  • Stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth.
  • Grease a 5x5 inch baking dish and spread the batter evenly in the dish.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the gingerbread cool slightly before serving.

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Notes

  • Use the Right Baking Dish: A 5x5 inch dish about 1¾ inches deep works best. A 6.5x4.9 inch dish or two 10 ounce ramekins are good alternatives.
  • Soften the Butter Properly: The butter should be soft enough to leave a slight indentation when pressed, but still cool. This helps it cream well with the sugar.
  • Preheat the Oven Fully: Make sure the oven reaches 350°F before baking so the cake rises and bakes evenly.
  • Don’t Overmix: Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined to keep the texture light and tender.
  • Adjust the Spices: If you prefer stronger spice, add a little extra cinnamon, ginger, or a pinch of nutmeg.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 201mg | Potassium: 330mg | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 235IU | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 2.1mg

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