21 Best Gingerbread Cake Recipes That You'll Love
JANUARY 26, 2023
GINGERBREAD CAKE
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'Tis the season to be baking gingerbread cakes! And while the traditional cookie is always a favorite, a gingerbread cake can take holiday dessert to the next level.
Here, you'll find 21 recipes that are sure to please: From the classic to the modern, you'll find the perfect one to make your gingerbread dreams come true. From a creamy cream cheese frosting to a spiced loaf cake to a hint of boozy flavor, these recipes are jam-packed with flavor.
Whether you're a gingerbread beginner or a baking pro, you'll find something here that you'll want to make again and again. So get your oven ready – it's time to get baking!
Pretty. Simple. Sweet.
Stout Gingerbread Cake
With so many flavorful ingredients, this dark, bold, intense spiced cake really does justice to old-fashioned gingerbread.
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141
7
293
CALORIES
$0.58
PER SERVING
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Golden Barrel
Gingerbread Cake with Molasses Cream Cheese Icing
Moist, creamy, and full of molasses flavor, this gingerbread cake is a must-make this winter!
126
791
CALORIES
$0.87
PER SERVING
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Southern Eats and Goodies
Gingerbread Cake with Molasses
This gingerbread cake recipe is one I've been making for years. It has all the best flavors for Christmastime, and it's a true crowd-pleaser.
6
55 min
TOTAL TIME
288
CALORIES
$0.32
PER SERVING
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Veena Azmanov
Spiced Gingerbread Loaf Cake Recipe
Enjoy a slice of soft, moist, light and airy gingerbread cake this fall with this simple, easy and effortless recipe for a spiced gingerbread loaf cake. Spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg this cake makes perfect holiday treat or gifts for family and friends. This step by step video recipe show...
13
447
92
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
267
CALORIES
$0.46
PER SERVING
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Tastes Better from Scratch
Gingerbread Cake
Warm Gingerbread Cake topped with vanilla cream sauce, bananas and whipped cream! This easy gingerbread recipe could be my favorite holiday cake recipe ever!
1,023
33,498
471
55 min
TOTAL TIME
478
CALORIES
$0.64
PER SERVING
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Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
Gingerbread Snack Cake
Gingerbread Snack Cake is a soft, fluffy cake with gingerbread spices and molasses that's finished off with a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
1
45 min
TOTAL TIME
175
CALORIES
$0.86
PER SERVING
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Cooklist AI
Festive Gingerbread Cake with Vanilla Cream Sauce
Indulge yourself in the rich and comforting flavors of this Festive Gingerbread Cake, adorned with fresh sliced bananas, whipped cream and a luscious vanilla cream sauce. Bring warmth and joy to your holiday gatherings, as you prepare this amazing dessert with ease.
2
45 min
TOTAL TIME
496
CALORIES
$1.04
PER SERVING
Ingredients
17 INGREDIENTS
12 SERVINGS
1/2 cup unsalted butter
softened
Directions
START WITH
1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x13-inch pan with cooking spray.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and softened butter until smooth and light.
3
Add the egg and unsulphured molasses, mixing well.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, and salt.
5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
6
Slowly pour the very hot water into the batter, stirring until smooth. The batter will be thin.
7
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow the cake to slightly cool.
VANILLA CREAM SAUCE
8
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the granulated sugar, unsalted butter, and heavy whipping cream. Stir occasionally until the butter has melted.
9
Bring the mixture to a boil, and then let it boil, stirring frequently, for 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
10
Stir in the pure vanilla extract, and let the sauce cool for a few minutes.
FINISH WITH
11
Serve the cake warm, topped with sliced bananas, whipped cream, and drizzled with the vanilla cream sauce.
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Craving Home Cooked
Gingerbread Cake
This classic Gingerbread Cake is the epitome of Christmas season! Warm and beautifully spiced it is a delicious holiday treat for your dessert table, or a perfect breakfast cake served with a fresh cup of coffee!
5
88
2
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
290
CALORIES
$0.84
PER SERVING
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Ella Claire
Gingerbread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
A classic holiday favorite that's sure to be a hit at your next gathering - gingerbread cake with a creamy and dreamy cream cheese frosting.
2
15
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
932
CALORIES
$0.92
PER SERVING
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The Baking Explorer
Gingerbread Loaf Cake
Delicious ginger spiced loaf with golden syrup
2
33
1 hr 20 min
TOTAL TIME
310
CALORIES
$0.49
PER SERVING
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Persnickety Plates
Gingerbread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Grab your cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice and make this tender and flavorful gingerbread cake topped with a cream cheese frosting from scratch in under an hour!
92
50 min
TOTAL TIME
323
CALORIES
$0.37
PER SERVING
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On Sutton Place
Gingerbread Cake
This gingerbread cake is an old fashioned recipe that uses basic pantry ingredients. It's easy and delicous!
1
8
55 min
TOTAL TIME
346
CALORIES
$0.27
PER SERVING
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Craft Log
Gramercy Tavern Gingerbread Cake
Smells Freakin Amazing Adapted from the Smitten Kitchen recipe which was adapted from a long line of other recipes going back to Claudia Fleming. Best gingerbread I've ever had. Everyone on the internet says you need to use good dark molasses . They're wrong I tell ya. Dark molasses
9
17 min
TOTAL TIME
756
CALORIES
$1.40
PER SERVING
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Pumpkin N Spice
Gingerbread Cake
Gingerbread Cake is an easy, one bowl recipe that's ready in less than an hour. This cake is soft, moist, and loaded with cozy flavors!
140
8
38 min
TOTAL TIME
286
CALORIES
$0.65
PER SERVING
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Boulder Locavore
Gingerbread Cake with Butter Rum Toffee Sauce
This is a deep, sultry Gingerbread Cake made perfect with a creamy Butter Rum Toffee sauce. Add whipped cream and life couldn't be better. Beautiful for the holidays.
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533
11
1 hr 40 min
TOTAL TIME
484
CALORIES
$0.60
PER SERVING
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Dinner Then Dessert
Classic Gingerbread Cake
Classic Gingerbread Cake with a rich molasses, cinnamon and ginger flavor is fuss free and the perfect holiday breakfast. Also works great as part of your dessert table.
5
25,566
53
55 min
TOTAL TIME
270
CALORIES
$0.83
PER SERVING
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Nellie Bellie
Gingerbread Cake recipe
This is a simple, traditional gingerbread cake recipe full of flavor!
2
50 min
TOTAL TIME
275
CALORIES
$0.31
PER SERVING
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Sugar and Charm
Gingerbread Cake
Tis' the season for a fluffy gingerbread cake! This is a small, easy gingerbread cake recipe flavored with molasses, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. It's incredibly flavorful and super moist. The cake is filled with ginger flavor and easy to make. It's the perfect cake to make and top with our ...
5
83
40 min
TOTAL TIME
335
CALORIES
$0.51
PER SERVING
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Family Spice
The Hamilton Cookbook Gingerbread Cake
If you like to mix some culinary history with your meals, than you will love The Hamilton Cookbook Gingerbread Cake by Laura Kumin.
116
1
1 hr 15 min
TOTAL TIME
821
CALORIES
$0.82
PER SERVING
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Bethcakes
Gingerbread Cake with Salted Caramel Buttercream
This Gingerbread Cake with Salted Caramel Buttercream is an indulgent and festive holiday dessert that will bring cheer to any gathering.
17
55 min
TOTAL TIME
817
CALORIES
$0.67
PER SERVING
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The Stay At Home Chef
Christmas Gingerbread Cake
Celebrate the holidays in style with this incredible Christmas Gingerbread Cake. Three layers of moist gingerbread are covered with a cream cheese frosting for an amazing Christmas dessert that will impress everyone!
14
10,295
258
45 min
TOTAL TIME
925
CALORIES
$1.32
PER SERVING
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bbritnell.com
Gingerbread Cake with Brown Sugar Buttercream Frosting
A classic holiday favorite, this gingerbread cake is made with a rich, buttery brown sugar buttercream frosting that will have your taste buds singing!
94
1 hr 5 min
TOTAL TIME
368
CALORIES
$0.84
PER SERVING
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