This old-fashioned molasses cake is rich, moist, and full of warm spices. The combination of molasses, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves creates a delightful flavor that will transport you back in time. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion, and it pairs wonderfully with a cup of hot coffee or tea. This recipe is easy to make and will impress your family and friends with its homemade charm.
Ingredients
- 1 cup molasses
- 1 cup boiling water
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine the molasses and boiling water. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the molasses mixture. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve the molasses cake plain or with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, if desired.
- Enjoy this delicious and moist molasses cake!
