Best 4 Molasses Glaze For Cake Recipes

Indulge in the delightful world of molasses glaze, a versatile culinary creation that transforms ordinary cakes into masterpieces. Molasses, a thick, dark syrup derived from sugarcane or sugar beets, lends its unique flavor and moist texture to this glaze, making it a popular choice for bakers and dessert enthusiasts. From simple and straightforward recipes to those incorporating additional ingredients like brown sugar, butter, and spices, our collection offers a diverse range of molasses glaze recipes tailored to suit every preference and skill level. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy glaze to elevate your everyday cakes or a more elaborate glaze to impress your guests, we have the perfect recipe for you. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the magic of molasses glaze, the key to unlocking a world of flavor and visual appeal in your cake creations.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

OLD-FASHIONED MOLASSES CAKE

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This old-time spice cake is lower in fat but big on flavor. Serve it warm for breakfast on a frosty morning or have a square with hot cider on a snowy afternoon. It's a great cold-weather treat. -Deanne Bagley, Bath, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 tablespoons reduced-fat butter, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 cup molasses
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup hot water
9 tablespoons fat-free whipped topping

Steps:

In a small bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Beat in egg. Beat in molasses. Combine the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon and salt; add to butter mixture alternately with water, mixing well after each addition., Transfer to a 9-in. square baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares; garnish with whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 205mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

MOLASSES POUND CAKE WITH A DOUGHNUT GLAZE RECIPE

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Molasses pound cake is a beautifully textured cake with a buttery molasses flavour. This cake cuts like a charm and is large enough to feed a crowd.

Provided by Crosby Molasses

Categories Cakes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 ½ cups butter, room temperature
1 cup sugar
¾ cup brown sugar
3 eggs, room temperature
1 Tbsp. vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups pastry flour
2 tsp. baking powder
¼ tsp. baking soda
¾ cup evaporated milk
¼ cup Crosby's Fancy Molasses
2 Tbsp. melted butter
1 Tbsp. Crosby's Fancy Molasses
2 Tbsp. evaporated milk
1 cup icing sugar, sifted

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 F and grease and flour a 10 cup tube or bundt pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk flours, baking powder and soda.
In a small bowl whisk the milk and molasses.
In a large bowl, cream butter with white and brown sugars. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Beat in the vanilla. Stir the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry.
Spoon batter into prepared pan and bake for about an hour, until the top springs back when lightly touched and the cake is beginning to pull away from the side of the pan.
Cool in pan for about 10 minutes then remove from pan and set to cool. When cooled, drizzle over the glaze.

MOLASSES CAKE

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Serve warm with ice cream, frosted with cream cheese, or all by its lonesome. This cake is always a treat.

Provided by Robin

Categories Desserts Cakes Spice Cake Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

½ cup shortening
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 cup molasses
2 eggs
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup hot, brewed coffee

Steps:

Sift together salt, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, flour, and baking soda.
Cream shortening and sugar gradually, then add molasses and eggs. Mix in sifted ingredients. Stir in hot coffee; batter will be thin.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes. Cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.8 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 227.3 mg, Sugar 24.2 g

SWEET POTATO POUND CAKE WITH MOLASSES GLAZE

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Make and share this Sweet Potato Pound Cake With Molasses Glaze recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories Dessert

Time 2h10m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 cups sweet potatoes (1 lb.)
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
2 tablespoons molasses
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground nutmeg

Steps:

Bake the sweet potatoes at 375° for 1 hour or until tender.
Allow potatoes to cool, then peel, mash, and set aside in a bowl.
Preheat oven to 350°; thoroughly grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan, or spray it with baking spray.
In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt; set aside.
In a big bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, stopping once or twice to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Add the vanilla and sweet potatoes, and mix until the batter is combined (expect that the batter may look curdled at this point).
With the mixer on low speed, gradually add in the flour mixture.
Mix to just incorporate.
Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until the cake springs back when pressed lightly and a pick comes out clean.
Cool the cake in the pan or a wire rack for 20 minutes.
Run a thin knife around the edge to loosen the cake, and then carefully invert it onto the rack to cool completely.
The glaze-combine the powdered sugar, molasses, and nutmeg in a small bowl.
Mix until the sugar is completely absorbed and the glaze is smooth.
Spoon the glaze over the cake while it is still warm and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354, Fat 13, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 77, Sodium 187.7, Carbohydrate 55.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 34.5, Protein 4.4

Tips:

To make a smooth glaze, strain the molasses mixture through a fine-mesh sieve before using.
If the glaze is too thick, add a little bit of water or milk to thin it out.
If the glaze is too thin, simmer it over low heat for a few minutes to thicken it.
For a shiny glaze, brush the cake with a simple syrup before applying the molasses glaze.
To add extra flavor to the glaze, stir in spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger.
For a crunchy glaze, sprinkle the cake with chopped nuts or seeds before applying the glaze.

Conclusion:

Molasses glaze is a delicious and versatile way to add flavor and moisture to cakes. It is easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste. Whether you prefer a simple glaze or one with added spices or nuts, molasses glaze is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a way to dress up your cake, give molasses glaze a try. You won't be disappointed!