Gingerbread Poke Cake with Caramel
Gingerbread Poke Cake with caramel is a delightful dessert that captures the warmth of holiday gatherings in every bite. This moist, spiced cake is infused with rich caramel sauce, making it an irresistible indulgence perfect for any occasion. Each slice offers a burst of flavor, ensuring that everyone will come back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, mix molasses, brown sugar, eggs, and milk until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; stir until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Once cooled slightly, poke holes in the cake and drizzle with warm caramel sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg