Dark and Sticky Gingercake

Gingercake is a traditional British dessert that dates back to the 18th century. It was often enjoyed during the holiday season and is known for its rich, spicy flavor.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Dark and Sticky Gingercake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: British Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 150 gram Butter
• 4 tablespoon Golden syrup
• 4 tablespoon Black treacle
• 150 gram Dark brown sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 200 gram Plain flour
• 2 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 150 ml Milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a 20cm (8-inch) round cake tin.
2. In a saucepan, melt the butter, golden syrup, black treacle, and dark brown sugar together over low heat. Stir until the sugar has dissolved.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs. Gradually add the melted butter mixture, stirring continuously.
4. Sift in the plain flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and baking powder. Mix well to combine.
5. Stir in the milk until the batter is smooth.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and smooth the top.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve the dark and sticky gingercake as is or with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 52g18%

Sugars 35g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.