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Gingerbread Pudding Cake Recipe

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A warm and comforting Gingerbread Pudding Cake that combines the rich flavors of molasses and ginger with a tender, moist cake base topped with a sweet cinnamon-sugar layer soaked in apple cider. Perfect for cozy gatherings and holiday desserts.

Ingredients

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Cake Batter

  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/3 cup molasses
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup apple cider (not apple cider vinegar)
  • 1/3 cup water

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the pudding cake.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger. Set this mixture aside.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, milk, vegetable oil, molasses, and vanilla extract until the mixture is well-combined and smooth.
  4. Mix Batter: Gradually stir the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined to form the cake batter.
  5. Prepare Baking Dish: Pour the batter into an 8×11-inch shallow baking dish (approximately 2 quart capacity), spreading it evenly.
  6. Prepare Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon to make the topping blend.
  7. Sprinkle Topping: Evenly sprinkle the sugar and cinnamon topping over the batter in the baking dish.
  8. Add Liquids: Carefully pour the apple cider and water evenly over the topping layer without stirring to create the pudding effect during baking.
  9. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 40 minutes, or until the center of the cake is set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  10. Cool and Serve: Let the pudding cake cool for 5 to 10 minutes to allow it to set further before serving warm.

Notes

  • Do not stir after pouring the apple cider and water over the topping; this creates the pudding effect during baking.
  • You can serve this cake warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
  • Ensure the baking dish size is close to 8×11 inches to maintain correct baking times and consistency.
  • Storing leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days is recommended; reheat gently before serving.

Keywords: Gingerbread pudding cake, molasses cake, holiday dessert, moist gingerbread, apple cider cake, cinnamon sugar topping

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