GINGERBREAD CAKE WITH WHIPPED CREAM FROSTING

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Pleasantly-spiced gingerbread and crunchy nuts are the stars in this stunning dessert. Top the delectable delight with spiced whipped cream frosting. -Sarah Hatter, Brodhead, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup 2% milk
3/4 cup honey
3/4 cup molasses
1/2 cup canola oil
2 large eggs
1-3/4 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
WHIPPED CREAM:
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of three greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment paper; grease paper., In a large bowl, beat the first five ingredients until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flours, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, ginger and salt; gradually beat into milk mixture., Transfer to prepared pans. Bake 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar, cinnamon and vanilla; beat until stiff peaks form., Place one cake layer on a serving plate; spread with 1 cup of the whipped cream. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup pecans. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake layer, whipped cream and nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 calories, Fat 20g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tesha Bae
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I can't wait to make this cake again!


Mfana KahDavula
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This cake is a great way to bring people together.


Edumu Peter
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I love the festive look of this cake.


YOU SUF
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This cake is a great way to celebrate the holidays.


Alina Khadka
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit.


Alonzo Hayden
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover gingerbread.


1E SPORTS
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The whipped cream frosting is the perfect complement to this cake.


Albert Arhin
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This cake is so moist and flavorful.


Darleen Sanchez
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I love the smell of this cake baking in the oven.


Umar Kofi
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This cake is so easy to make, even a beginner can do it.


Cindy Hammel
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I can't wait to make this cake again!


Ayaat Ayaat
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This cake is a must-try!


Levia R.
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I highly recommend this cake!


Shaun Hapi
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This cake is perfect for any occasion.


Deshandra Pirtle
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Khalil Masihi
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This cake was a hit at my holiday party!


Ajit Das
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I'm not a big fan of gingerbread, but this cake was delicious.


Mridush Banro
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This is the best gingerbread cake I've ever had!


Shayon Dhar
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it! It was so easy to make and the results were amazing.


Lebogang Mocha
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This gingerbread cake is the perfect holiday treat! It's moist, flavorful, and the whipped cream frosting is the perfect finishing touch.