Super Moist Gingerbread Cake

Super Moist Gingerbread Cake

Coffee, Cinnamon and Gingerbread Cake

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 1h 20m
Cook Time: 40m
Total Time: 2h
Temp.: 340 °F
Servings: 10
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (16 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

205
calories
8,2g
fat
32,5g
carbohydrates
2,3g
protein
39mg
cholesterol
335mg
sodium
Super Moist Gingerbread Cake

Recipe Description

Deliciously, soft and dense, Super Moist Gingerbread Cake is a great kitchen hack, a simple recipe with infused coffee flavors, giving your baking a next-level touch. With half all-purpose flour and half rye flour, the recipe lends to a healthier option too. With deep tastes from the strong coffee, dark brown sugar and honey, spiced with cinnamon and ground ginger it’s a cake worth serving.

To make Super Moist Gingerbread Cake, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Super Moist Gingerbread Cake

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Prepare milk infusion

    5 min
    Step 1 - Super Moist Gingerbread Cake

    In a microwavable measuring cup, heat the milk and coffee and infuse with cloves. Set aside for later use.

  2. 2

    Heat wet ingredients

    4 min
    Step 2 - Super Moist Gingerbread CakeStep 2 - Super Moist Gingerbread CakeStep 2 - Super Moist Gingerbread Cake

    In a small saucepan, melt the butter, sugar and honey together. Cool slightly for about 2 minutes before vigorously whisking in the egg, as to not allow it to cook.

  3. 3

    Combine dry ingredients

    1 min
    Step 3 - Super Moist Gingerbread Cake

    In a medium bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, rye or whole-wheat flour, salt, baking soda, ground cinnamon and ground ginger, together until combined.

  4. 4

    Combine all ingredients

    5 min
    Step 4 - Super Moist Gingerbread CakeStep 4 - Super Moist Gingerbread Cake

    Slowly pour the infused milk mixture and wet ingredients into the dry ingredients bowl and stir well to combine.

  5. 5

    Refrigerate

    1h
    Step 5 - Super Moist Gingerbread Cake

    Place in the refrigerator for an hour to chill.

  6. 6

    Preheat oven

    5 min
    Step 6 - Super Moist Gingerbread Cake

    Preheat oven to 340 °F and lightly grease a 9x4-inch loaf baking tin.

  7. 7

    Bake

    40 min
    Step 7 - Super Moist Gingerbread Cake

    Pour batter into prepared baking tin and bake in the oven for 40 minutes.

  8. 8

    Cool

    Step 8 - Super Moist Gingerbread Cake

    Cool completely before serving.

  9. 9

    Serve

    Step 9 - Super Moist Gingerbread Cake

    Enjoy!

Try this impressive and hearty, Super Moist Gingerbread Cake for your next dessert. Enjoy it room temperature with some hot custard or fresh cream. It’s a great choice to have in the kitchen for a quick afternoon treat. Try it and tag #cookmerecipes online and in your own baking posts.

About the author

Jeff O'connor

Jeff is a 38-year-old bachelor who prefers not to waste his time on salads and light meals. He’s a true carnivore who knows how to enjoy food to the max! Jeff will tell you how to cook rich and filling meals from scratch, bringing some real meaty decadence to your kitchen. His recipes are sure to satisfy every meat lover!

Recipe Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 (16 reviews)
Kathy
March 9, 2025
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Baking this took me back to my grandma's kitchen.

Yara
January 25, 2025
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Superior moist cake. I made this gingerbread for my kids' school event, and it was a hit! Everyone loved the rich flavors and hints of coffee. It's so easy to prepare, and the aroma filled my kitchen. A delightful treat for the whole family!

James
January 3, 2025
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Tried this gingerbread cake with my kids last weekend. It was a hit, super moist and easy!

Laura
December 20, 2024
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I made the Super Moist Gingerbread Cake for a family gathering and it was a huge hit! The combo of coffee and spices was just amazing. Even my husband, who usually doesn't like gingerbread, went back for seconds. It's now my go-to recipe for the holidays.

Fionna
December 30, 2023
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OMG, this gingerbread cake is lit! Made it for my kids, and they couldn’t get enough. It reminded me of grandma’s baking days—so warm and cozy! Thanks for this awesome recipe!

Mark
October 3, 2023
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Simply amazing cake.

Isaac
September 22, 2023
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This gingerbread cake is seriously dope. I made it for my fam's holiday dinner, and it vanished in minutes. The coffee flavor was on point, and using rye flour made me feel a bit health-conscious too. It's super easy to whip up, def my new go-to for cozy nights.

Diane
June 18, 2023
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I made this gingerbread cake for my husband’s birthday, and it turned out superb. The coffee flavor is incredible, and everyone loved how moist it was. It’s easy and delicious.

Val
April 22, 2023
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I made this gingerbread cake for a cozy family gathering. The deep coffee flavor was a hit! Everyone couldn't believe how moist it was. Simple yet so impressive!

Nora Jackson
March 14, 2022
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Absolutely love this!

Maggie
October 3, 2021
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Kids loved it!

Karen
June 18, 2021
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I made this gingerbread cake for my family's holiday gathering and it was a hit! The flavors are just amazing and everyone loved the coffee hint. It's so simple to make, and I'm proud to have served such a delicious treat. Thanks for this recipe.

Frank Thompson
January 24, 2021
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Man, this Super Moist Gingerbread Cake is just awsome. I baked it for my buddy's birthday last weekend, and everyone lost their minds. The coffee and spices mix so well, I couldn’t stop eating! It's a keeper, trust me.

Vic
October 13, 2020
Verified

Delicious moist cake!

Michael Thompson
April 28, 2020
Verified

I made the Super Moist Gingerbread Cake for a family gathering and everyone loved it. The coffee and spices give it a great depth of flavor. My kids are picky eaters, but they couldn't get enough of it. Its simple to make and a hit in our home. Thank you for this recipe.

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