Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
60-70 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Beat butter and sugar together in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in molasses and buttermilk.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, beating until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cake to cool in pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
(Per slice)
Calories: 350
Fat: 15g
Saturated fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 60mg
Sodium: 250mg
Carbohydrates: 50g
Protein: 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and flavorful
- Warm and comforting
- Perfect for a winter dessert or holiday treat
User Comments:
- "This cake is absolutely delicious! It's so moist and flavorful, and the gingerbread spices make it perfect for the holidays."
- "I love the combination of ginger and lemon in this cake. It's so unique and refreshing."
- "This is a great cake to serve at a party or gathering. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk.
- Be sure to grease and flour the pan well to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Don't overbeat the batter, as this can make the cake tough.
- Enjoy the cake with a scoop of lemon sorbet or whipped cream.
