Festive Ginger Citrus Cake
Celebrate the season with this delightful ginger citrus cake, infused with warm spices and zesty orange. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this cake features a moist gingerbread base layered with a tangy citrus cream cheese frosting, making it a refreshing treat for any festive occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
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Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Step 2:
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
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Step 3:
In a separate bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Step 4:
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the molasses and orange juice.
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Step 5:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
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Step 6:
Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Step 7:
While the cake cools, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, orange zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Step 8:
Once the cake is completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top and sides.
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Step 9:
Slice the cake and serve it at your festive gathering.