EAST-WEST GINGER CAKE WITH CARDAMOM CREAM

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East-West Ginger Cake with Cardamom Cream image

Provided by Ming Tsai

Categories     dessert

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup minced candied ginger (may substitute with 2 tablespoons fresh minced ginger plus 1 tablespoon sugar)
1/2 cup water
1 1/3 cups flour mix (1:1 cake and all purpose flours)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
8 sprayed rings, 8 sprayed and sugared ramekins or 1 baking dish
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
Mint leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • In a mixer, whisk together sugar, egg, oil, molasses and ginger. While mixer is running, add water. In a large bowl mix flours, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and black pepper. With a large rubber spatula gently fold-in the contents of the mixer with the dry ingredients. Fill rings, ramekins or dish. Bake in pre-heated oven at 300 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes, or until test poker comes out clean.
  • Add everything to an electric mixing bowl equipped with a whip. Whisk on medium-high stiff peaks form.
  • PLATING:
  • Place a small dollop of cardamom cream in the middle of a plate, this is to anchor the cake. Unmold the spice cake and place it on top of the cream. Put a dollop of cream on top of the cake and place a mint leaf in the cream.

Manar Mostafa
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I'm excited to try this recipe! It looks like it would be a great addition to my holiday baking repertoire.


Jorge Muñoz
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This recipe seems like it would be a lot of work, but I'm sure it would be worth it.


Toni Jackson
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I'm not sure if I have the right equipment to make this recipe.


Frankie Jones
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This recipe looks delicious, but I'm not sure if I can find all the ingredients.


Tyler Torres
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This recipe is not suitable for my diet. I'll have to find a healthier alternative.


Nakisozi Sharaphat
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I don't have time to make this recipe. I'll have to find something quicker.


mario orozco
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This recipe is too expensive for me. I'll have to find a cheaper alternative.


Joseph Mills
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I'm allergic to ginger, so I'll have to find a substitute.


Abishek Santosh
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This recipe seems a bit complicated, but I'm sure it's worth it.


Asmita Adhikari
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I'm not sure about the combination of ginger and cardamom, but I'm willing to try it.


B L A C K
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks delicious.


Dj Ridoy Khan
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The instructions are clear and easy to follow, even for a beginner baker.


Jubayed Ahmed
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I already have on hand.


Ifeoma Mozie
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It was a big hit with my family and friends.


W. K Ashiraf
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This cake is a showstopper! It's beautiful and delicious. I'm definitely making it again for my next party.


nisi nisi
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I'm not usually a fan of ginger cakes, but this one is amazing. It's moist and flavorful, and the cardamom cream is the perfect finishing touch.


Hussain jan110
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This is the best ginger cake I've ever had! The cardamom cream takes it to the next level.


hacker Saab
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of ginger and cardamom, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors work really well together, creating a unique and delicious cake.


Princess Pink
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This cake is a keeper! It's easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I've made it for potlucks and parties, and it's always a hit.


samsuddin azad
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Absolutely delicious! The cake was moist and flavorful, with the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. The cardamom cream was a wonderful complement, adding a touch of richness and elegance.