Gingerbread Layer Cake

Gingerbread Layer Cake is the ultimate holiday dessert that combines the warmth of holiday spices with the richness of a classic layer cake. With its deep flavor and festive charm, it’s a stunning centerpiece for any holiday gathering. This cake brings together the bold spices of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, perfectly balanced with the subtle sweetness of molasses, making it the ideal dessert for cozy celebrations.

The cake itself is incredibly moist and flavorful, thanks to the combination of molasses, brown sugar, and warm spices. The batter is easy to prepare, with basic ingredients like flour, baking soda, and eggs, but it’s the molasses and spices that truly elevate the flavor. Once baked, the cake layers have a tender crumb and a beautiful dark golden color, which adds to its rustic, festive appeal.

What truly takes this gingerbread cake to the next level is the frosting. A rich cream cheese frosting is the perfect complement to the spiced cake. The tangy cream cheese balances the sweetness of the molasses, and it’s just creamy enough to enhance the cake without overpowering it. You can decorate the cake with a sprinkle of cinnamon, crushed gingerbread cookies, or even a drizzle of caramel for extra flair.

Layer cakes like this one look impressive, but they’re actually quite simple to put together. The beauty of a gingerbread layer cake is that it can be made ahead of time—allowing the flavors to meld and deepen before serving. You can also experiment with adding extra layers of flavor, like filling between the cake layers with caramel or whipped cream for added richness.

Whether you’re serving it at a holiday dinner, giving it as a gift, or just indulging in a slice with a cup of tea, this Gingerbread Layer Cake will fill your home with the cozy, comforting scents of the season. It’s a dessert that’s perfect for sharing and sure to become a favorite holiday tradition.

Gingerbread Layer Cake

3.76 from 33 votes

A delicious and festive gingerbread layer cake that is perfect for the holidays.

Servings 12 people

Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

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Ingredients

  

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• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp ginger ground
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup molasses
• 2 eggs large,
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the molasses and eggs, one at a time. Stir in the vanilla extract.
• Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the flour mixture.
• Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
• Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
• Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
• Once the cakes are cool, frost with your favorite cream cheese frosting and decorate as desired.
• Slice and serve the gingerbread layer cake. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 5gFat: 13gFiber: 1g

Calories: 350kcal

Meal Type: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: gingerbread, Gingerbread Cake

Cooking Method: Baked

Diet: Vegetarian

Time: >45 Min

Level: Intermediate

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