GRANNY'S GINGERBREAD CAKE WITH CARAMEL SAUCE
The rich molasses and spice flavor of this old-time dessert is complemented with a buttery caramel sauce.-Joy Sparks, Muskegon, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in molasses and egg until well blended. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with water., Transfer to a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 325° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Place on a wire rack., For caramel sauce, in a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and cornstarch. Stir in water until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and vanilla until smooth. Serve with warm cake. Top with whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 497 calories, Fat 17g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 353mg sodium, Carbohydrate 83g carbohydrate (51g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
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Nyamekye Mathias
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.
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[email protected]I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone asked me for the recipe.
Tarzan Gurung
[email protected]This cake is absolutely delicious. I made it for my family and they all loved it. It's definitely a new favorite.
Musaif Khan
[email protected]I've tried many gingerbread cake recipes before, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of spices and sweetness.
Immortal Shadow
[email protected]This cake is a bit on the sweet side, but I don't mind that. I actually think it's the perfect amount of sweetness.
esamoni akter
[email protected]I'm not a very experienced baker, but I was able to make this cake without any problems. The instructions were easy to follow and the cake turned out great.
Basha Op
[email protected]I made this cake for a holiday party and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.
Ghaffar Gabol
[email protected]This cake was a bit more work than I expected, but it was definitely worth it. The end result was a delicious and beautiful cake that everyone loved.
Ibt Sam
[email protected]I'm not usually a big fan of gingerbread, but this cake changed my mind. It was so moist and flavorful, and the caramel sauce was the perfect touch.
Christina Eneli
[email protected]I made this cake for my daughter's birthday party and it was a huge success. All the kids loved it!
Mehedi Al Hassan
[email protected]This cake is definitely a keeper. It's perfect for any occasion, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Muslim Ghalji
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about the caramel sauce, but it really made the cake. It was the perfect balance of sweetness and richness.
emmasonic Ti
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's so moist and flavorful.
Tonny Kingstone
[email protected]This gingerbread cake was a hit with my family! The caramel sauce was the perfect finishing touch.