Imagine the warm, comforting aroma of freshly baked gingerbread filling your home on a cozy evening. This delightful Gingerbread Cake with Pudding Sauce recipe will not only fill your kitchen with a heavenly scent but will also tantalize your taste buds with its rich, spiced flavors. Perfect for the holiday season or any time you crave a comforting treat, this recipe is a surefire way to spread cheer and happiness to your loved ones.
### Gingerbread Cake With Pudding Sauce
**Ingredients:**
For the Gingerbread Cake:
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup molasses
– 1 large egg
– 1/2 cup hot water
For the Pudding Sauce:
– 1 cup brown sugar
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 1 cup boiling water
**Instructions:**
1. **Preheat and Prepare:**
– Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
2. **Mix Dry Ingredients:**
– In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt until well combined.
3. **Cream Butter and Sugar:**
– In a separate large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. **Add Molasses and Egg:**
– Beat in the molasses until well incorporated. Add the egg and continue to beat until smooth.
5. **Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:**
– Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture, alternating with the hot water. Mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.
6. **Bake the Cake:**
– Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. **Make the Pudding Sauce:**
– While the cake is baking, prepare the pudding sauce. In a saucepan, combine the brown sugar, unsalted butter, and boiling water. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
8. **Serve Warm:**
– Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly. Cut the gingerbread cake into squares and serve warm with a drizzle of the warm pudding sauce over the top.
Enjoy the delightful combination of warmly spiced gingerbread cake with the decadent pudding sauce that adds a luscious finishing touch to this irresistible dessert. Perfect for entertaining guests or simply indulging in a cozy evening at home, this Gingerbread Cake with Pudding Sauce is a must-try recipe that will surely become a new favorite in your repertoire. Gather your loved ones around, savor each bite, and create lasting memories with this delicious treat.
