Gingerbread Cake Mix Recipe

Wow your friends and family with this delightful gingerbread cake mix! Perfect as a hostess gift, housewarming present, or even a unique bridal shower favor. This recipe makes a stunning gift: a beautifully decorated glass jar filled with homemade gingerbread cake mix, nestled in a charming basket with a 9-inch baking dish, jar of molasses, 4 mugs, and a bag of gourmet coffee. Impress your loved ones with this easy-to-make, delicious gingerbread cake – a truly thoughtful and memorable present. Adapted from 'The Perfect Mix' by Diane Phillips.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 462.8 kcal
Protein 26g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Gingerbread Cake Mix

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How to Make Gingerbread Cake Mix

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add the brown sugar and mix well.
  3. Transfer the dry mixture to an airtight container (a pretty jar is perfect for gifting!).
  4. To bake the cake: Grease and flour a 9-inch baking dish.
  5. Empty the contents of the cake mix jar into a large mixing bowl.
  6. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients.
  7. Add 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter, 1 large egg, 1/2 cup sour cream, and 1/2 cup molasses to the well.
  8. Using an electric mixer on low speed, beat until just combined.
  9. Gradually add 1 cup of boiling water, mixing on low speed until a smooth batter forms.
  10. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
  11. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  12. Let the cake cool completely before serving. Enjoy with whipped cream or your favorite topping!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

1g

Carbs

32g

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