Ginger Bars Gingerbread Cake Recipe

Warm up your kitchen with our irresistible Ginger Bars Gingerbread Cake! This family-favorite recipe delivers a delightful blend of spicy ginger and sweet cake, perfect for any occasion. Imagine the comforting aroma of freshly baked ginger filling your home, followed by the rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Top with confectioner's sugar for a classic touch or add a dollop of lemon pudding for a zesty surprise! This easy-to-follow recipe is guaranteed to become a new favorite.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 42 mins
Calories 182 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Ginger Bars Gingerbread Cake

  • not found in recipe Shortening
  • not found in recipe Granulated Sugar
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1/2 cup hot Water
  • 1/4 cup Molasses
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground Cinnamon
  • not found in recipe Ground Cloves
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup softened Butter
  • 1 cup packed Brown Sugar

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How to Make Ginger Bars Gingerbread Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in molasses.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 42 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.
  9. Dust with confectioner's sugar or serve with a dollop of lemon pudding, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

49g

Fat

11g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Ginger Bars Gingerbread Cake?

Ginger Bars Gingerbread Cake takes about 62 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 42 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Ginger Bars Gingerbread Cake?

Ginger Bars Gingerbread Cake has approximately 182 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Ginger Bars Gingerbread Cake?

The key ingredients for Ginger Bars Gingerbread Cake are Shortening, Granulated Sugar, Eggs, Water, Molasses, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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