LIGHTENED UP GINGERBREAD CAKE

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A delicious spicy, very moist almost sponge-like sweet cake. Very good as is, with ice cream, or iced.

Provided by LUv 2 BaKE

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/3 cup molasses
1 egg
1/2 cup hot water
1 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, ginger, cinnamon, allspice, molasses, and egg.
  • In a glass measuring cup measure 1/2 cup hot water (or heat up cool water in the microwave until hot but not boiling).
  • Add the baking soda to the hot water, stir.
  • Add the soda and water mixture to the bowl of ingredients. Stir until mixed.
  • Pour batter into a lightly greased 9X9" baking dish.
  • Bake at 350F for 30 - 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.1, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 18.6, Sodium 137.9, Carbohydrate 22.8, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 11.3, Protein 2.1

Kidist Wubalem
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This is my new favorite gingerbread cake recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Syeda Shahda
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I'm not a big fan of gingerbread, but this cake was surprisingly good. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the glaze was the perfect finishing touch.


Lateef
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This cake was a hit at my holiday party! Everyone loved the flavor and the presentation.


Joseph Adegbe
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This recipe is a winner! The cake is moist and flavorful, and the glaze is delicious. I will definitely be making this cake again and again.


Rodgers Makau
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This cake was a bit too dry for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I would add some extra applesauce or oil next time I make it.


kalkidan bekele
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I made this cake for my family and they all loved it! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Sam
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This is a great recipe for a classic gingerbread cake. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the glaze is delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a festive holiday dessert.


Adonu Prosper
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I've tried many gingerbread cake recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Sheikh As Sabiur
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This cake was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. He said it was the best gingerbread cake he's ever had.


obiefuna chizoba
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The cake was dry and the spices were not very noticeable.


Fiona Jimmy
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This recipe is a keeper! The cake is moist and flavorful, and the glaze is delicious. I will definitely be making this cake again and again.


Roman Empire fans
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I made this cake for a holiday party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor and the presentation.


shai heddon
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This is my new go-to gingerbread cake recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Venasio nono Pumula
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I thought this cake was just okay. It was a little dry and the spices were not very prominent.


Andi Mc
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I've always been a fan of gingerbread, and this recipe did not disappoint. The cake was moist, flavorful, and had the perfect amount of spice. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and festive holiday dessert.


Todd Beasley
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Easy to follow recipe and the cake turned out great - moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!


Mirza Sohaib
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This recipe produced a delicious and moist gingerbread cake with a perfect balance of spices. I loved the addition of applesauce, which added a nice tartness and kept the cake from being too dry.


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