Description
Molasses Spice Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavor of molasses with warm spices, resulting in an incredibly moist and satisfying treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup molasses
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the molasses until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk.
- Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack.
- Frost or serve as desired.
Notes
- Use freshly ground spices for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 30
Keywords: cake, dessert, molasses, spices, baking