Gingerbread Cake with Lemon Glaze

Gingerbread Cake with Lemon Glaze
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    35 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    45 mins
  • SERVING
    9 People
  • VIEWS
    302

Infuse your kitchen with the warm, comforting aroma of this spiced gingerbread cake, crowned with a zesty lemon glaze that perfectly balances sweetness and tang. Ideal for festive gatherings or a cozy afternoon treat.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    58 g
  • Cholesterol
    21 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    3 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    384 mg
  • Sugar
    35 g
  • Fat
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9-inch square baking pan. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and Chinese five-spice powder. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Add the sugar, molasses, oil, and beaten egg to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View Gradually pour in the boiling water, whisking continuously until the batter is smooth and shiny. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, tapping gently on the counter to release any air bubbles. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, approximately 35 minutes. (35 minutes)

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Recipe View While the cake is baking, prepare the lemon glaze: In a separate bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and the sugar has completely dissolved. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Once the cake is out of the oven, and while it's still hot, pour the lemon glaze evenly over the surface. Use a spatula to spread the glaze, ensuring it covers the entire cake. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving. This allows the glaze to set and the flavors to meld. (60 minutes)

For a richer flavor, consider using brown sugar instead of white sugar.
A hint of black pepper can add an intriguing warmth to the gingerbread spice profile.
Ensure the boiling water is added gradually to prevent the egg from cooking and to achieve a smooth batter.
For an extra moist cake, brush the cake with a simple syrup (equal parts water and sugar, simmered until dissolved) before glazing.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 100 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Mercedes Fay

    I added a pinch of cloves to the batter, and it was divine!

  • Verla Vandervort

    My family loved this! It's going to be a regular on our holiday menu.

  • Mable Nienow

    This cake was a hit! The lemon glaze really brightened up the gingerbread.

  • Markus Stoltenbergbogan

    Easy to follow recipe, and the cake turned out perfectly. Thank you!

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