Gingerbread Streusel Cake Recipe

Warm up your kitchen with this irresistible Gingerbread Streusel Cake! A quick and easy dessert perfect for a small family gathering or a cozy night in. This spiced delight features a crumbly streusel topping and a moist gingerbread base. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt for the ultimate comfort food experience. Perfect for fall baking and holiday celebrations!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 228 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.3 (12 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Gingerbread Streusel Cake

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How to Make Gingerbread Streusel Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spray a 9x9 inch square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine streusel ingredients (see below) EXCEPT butter. Mix well.
  4. Cut in 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup milk, 1/2 cup molasses, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, and 1 large egg until well combined.
  7. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  9. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the batter.
  10. Bake for 18-23 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Let cool slightly before cutting into squares and serving warm or cold with your favorite ice cream or frozen yogurt.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

56g

Fat

6g

Carbs

12g