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Spiced Gingerbread Wreath Cake

Irresistible Spiced Gingerbread Wreath Cake for Holiday Cheer

This Spiced Gingerbread Wreath Cake embodies festive flavors and is perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with 1:1 gluten-free baking blend for gluten-free version
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for the cake's rise
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Ginger Crucial for gingerbread flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Can substitute with nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon Allspice A pinch more cinnamon can substitute if out
  • 1 teaspoon Cloves May reduce or omit for milder flavor
  • 3/4 cup Dark Molasses Consider dark corn syrup or honey as alternatives
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can reduce if using sweeter toppings
  • 2 large Eggs Vegan substitutes may alter texture
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Non-dairy milk can replace for lactose-free
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Optional
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use margarine for dairy-free option
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Chill equipment before whipping
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar No substitutions necessary
For Decoration
  • 3 sprigs Rosemary Fresh is best
  • 3 pieces Star Anise Use sparingly
  • 3 sticks Cinnamon For additional holiday flair

Equipment

  • Bundt pan
  • electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray Bundt pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, allspice, and cloves.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and dark molasses using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the whole milk until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the greased Bundt pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.
  9. While the cake cools, whip the cream in a chilled bowl and gradually add powdered sugar.
  10. Frost cooled cake and decorate with rosemary, star anise, and cinnamon sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill your tools before whipping cream for best results. Avoid over-mixing to maintain a tender crumb.

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