Gingerbread Pudding Cake with Caramel Sauce
Craving a comforting and decadent dessert that screams holiday spirit? Look no further than this Gingerbread Pudding Cake with Caramel Sauce!🎄✨
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
Caramel Sauce:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
- In another bowl, cream together butter, molasses, and brown sugar. Beat in the egg.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
- In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, and cream for the caramel sauce. Cook over medium heat until smooth.
- Pour the caramel sauce over the cake batter.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the cake is set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Serve warm with additional caramel sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition Information:
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Protein: 4g
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Popular Questions:
- Q: Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour?
- Q: Can I use honey instead of molasses?
- Q: Can I make the caramel sauce ahead of time?
- Q: Can I freeze the Gingerbread Pudding Cake?
- Q: Can I add nuts to the cake batter?
A: Yes, you can substitute whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour, but the texture may be a bit denser.
A: While honey can be used as a substitute for molasses, it will result in a slightly different flavor profile.
A: Yes, you can make the caramel sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. Reheat before serving.
A: Yes, you can freeze the cake without the caramel sauce. Thaw in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.
A: You can certainly add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the batter for added texture and flavor.
Helpful Tips:
- Add a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of the warm cake for an extra indulgent treat.
- Sprinkle some cinnamon or powdered sugar over the cake before serving for a decorative touch.
- Try using different spices like nutmeg or allspice for a unique twist on the traditional gingerbread flavor.
- You can also serve the cake with a scoop of caramel swirl ice cream for a delicious combination of flavors.
Expert Secrets:
- For a gooier texture, slightly underbake the cake so that the center is moist and pudding-like.
- Ensure that the caramel sauce is fully combined and smooth before pouring it over the cake batter for even distribution.
- Experiment with adding a splash of rum or bourbon to the caramel sauce for an extra kick of flavor.
- For a more intense ginger flavor, increase the amount of ground ginger in the recipe to your taste preference.