Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger (optional for extra spice)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add the brown sugar and granulated sugar, and continue to beat until well combined.
- Add Molasses and Eggs:
- Mix in the molasses until fully incorporated. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well mixed before adding the next.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the hot water. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. If using, stir in the freshly grated ginger.
- Pour and Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve as is or dust with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes for baking
Nutrition
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 3g