Description
This Gluten-Free Gingerbread Cake is a moist, spiced dessert perfect for the holidays. Made with warm spices and molasses, it’s easy to prepare and completely gluten-free, with a dairy-free option available.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking soda, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
- Add the molasses, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Gradually alternate adding the dry mixture and the milk (combined with lemon juice or vinegar), stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth out the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Dairy-Free Option: Use coconut oil or dairy-free butter, and replace milk with almond or oat milk.
- Vegan Version: Substitute eggs with flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water per egg) and use plant-based butter.
- Extra Moist Texture: Add 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce or mashed banana.
- Spiced Glaze: Mix powdered sugar with a bit of milk and cinnamon for a simple glaze.
- Nutty Crunch: Stir in chopped pecans or walnuts for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: gluten-free gingerbread cake, holiday dessert, spiced cake, molasses cake, easy gluten-free baking