Chocolate Gingerbread Cake: Indulgent Recipe for Cozy Nights
Indulge in the rich flavors of chocolate and gingerbread with this delightful cake recipe, perfect for cozy gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 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 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the sugar, molasses, buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- For an extra touch, top with chocolate ganache or whipped cream.
- This cake pairs well with coffee or hot chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg