Cozy Evening Ginger Spice (Print Version)

Warm gluten-free cake blending ginger and spices, ideal for chilly evenings and cozy moments.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1 teaspoon ground ginger
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

08 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
09 - 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
10 - 1/4 cup unsulfured molasses
11 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
12 - 2/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
13 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Optional Topping

14 - Powdered sugar, for dusting

# Step-by-step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and grease an 8-inch square baking pan; line with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together gluten-free flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and salt in a medium bowl.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and brown sugar until smooth; add molasses, eggs, applesauce, and vanilla extract and mix well.
04 - Gradually stir dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Pour batter into prepared pan, smoothing the top evenly.
06 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
07 - Allow cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This cake is like a little secret hug from the oven, perfect for unwinding with a cup of tea.
  • It's wonderfully moist despite being gluten-free and full of warm, inviting spices that make it feel special.
02 -
  • Don't substitute baking soda with baking powder—this cake relies on baking soda's immediate leavening for its texture.
  • Adding a pinch of black pepper or orange zest can transform the flavor and add warmth beyond the usual spices.
03 -
  • Use fresh ground spices whenever possible to maximize flavor impact—it makes a noticeable difference.
  • The molasses is the secret that makes this cake rich and keeps it moist even after a day.

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