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Gingerbread Cake Delight

A moist and flavorful gingerbread cake that combines traditional flavors with a gluten-free twist, perfect for the holiday season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup molasses
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with coconut oil or butter.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients: melted coconut oil, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, molasses, unsweetened applesauce, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Fold in chopped walnuts or pecans if desired.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalProtein: 3gSodium: 150mg

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