Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Gingerbread Pudding Cake, a delightful dessert that effortlessly combines the spiced richness of gingerbread with a luscious caramel apple sauce that forms as it bakes. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, this moist cake is sure to impress everyone at your table. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, even novice bakers can create this standout treat. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or enjoy it cold for a sweet snack throughout the week.
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/3 cup molasses
- 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/3 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and ginger.
- In a large bowl, combine applesauce, milk, vegetable oil, molasses, and vanilla extract until well-blended.
- Gently stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into an 8×11-inch baking dish and spread it evenly.
- In another bowl, mix brown sugar and granulated sugar with cinnamon and sprinkle over the batter.
- Carefully pour apple cider and water over the topping without stirring to create a self-saucing effect.
- Bake for about 40 minutes or until the center is set.
- Cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with spices by adjusting ginger and cinnamon levels to suit your taste. For variations, consider adding nuts or dried fruits to enhance texture.