CHOCOLATE GINGER CAKE

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Indulge in a dark, decadent cake that showcases the flavors of the holiday season. I stir fresh ginger into the batter and sprinkle chopped crystallized ginger over the velvety ganache. -Amber Evans, Beaverton, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

6 ounces milk chocolate, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup canola oil
1 cup molasses
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
3 tablespoons grated fresh gingerroot
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 large egg yolks, room temperature
GANACHE:
4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons chopped crystallized ginger
Vanilla ice cream or sweetened whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 9-in. springform pan. Place on a baking sheet., Place milk chocolate in a small bowl. In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, cinnamon, salt and cloves; add 1 tablespoon flour mixture to milk chocolate and toss to coat., In a large bowl, beat oil, molasses and sugar until blended. In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil; stir in baking soda until dissolved, then ginger. Add to oil mixture; beat until blended. Gradually add remaining flour mixture, beating on low speed just until moistened. In a small bowl, lightly beat eggs and egg yolks; stir into batter until combined., Fold in milk chocolate. Transfer to prepared pan. Bake 40-50 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack 30 minutes., Loosen sides from pan with a knife; remove rim from pan. Cool cake completely on wire rack., For ganache, place chocolate in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; let stand 2 minutes. Stir with a whisk until smooth; cool slightly, stirring occasionally. Pour over cake; sprinkle with crystallized ginger. If desired, serve with ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 596 calories, Fat 32g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 289mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (47g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Kristen Richmond
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I found this cake to be a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


Ambika Paudel
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still a good recipe.


Bhabu Bhai
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This is the best chocolate cake I've ever had. It's so moist and fluffy, and the ginger flavor is the perfect touch.


Uvonne Eromosele
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it. It's a great cake for chocolate lovers.


Kj Khfh Hjgf
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This cake is so easy to make. I love that I don't have to spend hours in the kitchen to make a delicious dessert.


Adonis Maxwell
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for when I need a quick and easy dessert.


malik bessa
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This is a great cake to make for a party or special occasion.


Chamoth Bhashitha
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I'm not a big fan of ginger, but I really enjoyed this cake. The ginger flavor is subtle and it really complements the chocolate.


Atomic Pest
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This cake is so moist and fluffy. It's the perfect texture for a chocolate cake.


Mia Williamson
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I love the combination of chocolate and ginger in this cake. It's a unique and delicious flavor that I can't get enough of.


kushman Shrestha
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This is my go-to chocolate cake recipe. It's always a winner and everyone loves it.


Mohin Khan
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.


Hasa Gl
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This cake is easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. I love that I can always count on it to be a crowd-pleaser.


BrodyGamez
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of ginger, but I'm so glad I did! The ginger flavor is subtle and really complements the chocolate.


Nasirat Asokere
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This is the best chocolate cake I've ever had! The ginger adds a really nice flavor that makes it extra special.


Little kitty
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I made this cake for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Philani Mhlanga
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This cake is a winner! The chocolate and ginger flavors are perfectly balanced, and the cake is moist and fluffy. My family loved it, and I will definitely be making it again.


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