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Gingerbread Cake

Gingerbread Cake

Easy Gingerbread Cake recipe with warm spices, honey, and brown sugar for a cozy, classic dessert.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 15
Author: Jessica Harmon

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup 80g all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup 80g rye flour or whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup 90g light or dark brown sugar**
  • 6 ounces 180g honey
  • 1/3 cup + 1 Tablespoon 90g butter
  • 1/3 cup + 1 Tablespoon 100 ml milk
  • 3 Tablespoons 50 ml strong coffee*
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2 cloves
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  • In a microwave-safe measuring cup, warm the milk and coffee together, then add the cloves to infuse their flavor. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter along with the brown sugar and honey in a small saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, allow the mixture to cool slightly for about 2 minutes before adding the egg. Whisk quickly to prevent the egg from cooking.
  • In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rye flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and ginger. Stir to blend the dry ingredients thoroughly.
  • Gradually mix the butter and honey blend into the dry ingredients, followed by the infused milk. Stir the batter until smooth and well combined.
  • Cover the batter and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and thicken.
  • Preheat your oven to 340°F (170°C). Grease a 9x4-inch (24 x 10 cm) loaf pan to prevent sticking. Pour the prepared batter into the pan, smoothing the top.
  • Bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the gingerbread cake cool completely in the loaf pan before slicing and serving.