Gingerbread Cake With Brown Sugar Sauce Recipe

Name: Gingerbread Cake With Brown Sugar Sauce
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 2 large eggs; 1/2 cup canola oil; 1/2 cup molasses; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 1 teaspoon ground cloves; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 cup boiling water; 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 2 cups packed brown sugar; 2 cups water; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

This irresistible gingerbread cake recipe is a crowd-pleaser! Originally featuring a lemon sauce, we've upgraded to a rich and decadent brown sugar sauce – perfect with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. This updated version bakes as a convenient sheet cake for easy serving and sharing, ensuring every slice is moist and perfectly spiced. Get ready for the warm, comforting aroma of gingerbread and the delightful taste that will leave everyone wanting more!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 50 mins

Calories 395.9 kcal

Protein 6g

Rating 3.9 (11 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Gingerbread Cake With Brown Sugar Sauce

2 large eggs
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 cup molasses
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup boiling water
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 cups water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

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How to Make Gingerbread Cake With Brown Sugar Sauce

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, beat 2 large eggs until frothy.
Beat in 1/2 cup vegetable oil and 1/2 cup molasses.
Add 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons ground ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cloves, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Beat until well combined.
In a small bowl, dissolve 1 teaspoon baking soda in 1/4 cup boiling water. Add to the batter and mix gently.
Gradually add 2 cups all-purpose flour, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool slightly before serving.
While the cake is baking, prepare the brown sugar sauce (double the recipe below for best results):
In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt.
Whisk in 1 cup water and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce boils and thickens (about 5-7 minutes).
Serve warm gingerbread cake with a generous drizzle of brown sugar sauce and a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.