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Gingerbread Cake with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting and Caramel Drizzle Recipe

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  • Author: slsrecipes
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and moist gingerbread cake infused with warm spices, topped with creamy cinnamon-flavored cream cheese frosting and finished with a luscious caramel drizzle.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup molasses
  • 1 cup hot water
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for frosting)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce (for drizzle)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add molasses and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with hot water, until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
  9. To make the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  10. Add powdered sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract and beat until well combined and fluffy.
  11. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
  12. Drizzle caramel sauce over the top before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the cake is fully cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Warm the caramel slightly before drizzling for easy application.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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