Description
A delicious Sticky Ginger Molasses Cake topped with a creamy cream cheese glaze, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (200g) dark brown sugar
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ cup (120ml) molasses
- ½ cup (120ml) milk
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
- ½ cup (120g) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup (50g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2–3 tsp milk (to thin, as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch square baking pan by greasing it and lining the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, salt, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the molasses and milk until well combined.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For the cream cheese glaze, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add milk as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Once the cake has cooled slightly, drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the top and allow it to set before slicing.
Notes
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Use parchment paper to help the cake come out easily from the pan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Ginger Cake, Molasses Cake, Cream Cheese Glaze, Dessert Recipe