Ginger Spice Cake With Dried Cherries Recipe

Name: Ginger Spice Cake With Dried Cherries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour plus more for pan; 1 cup dried tart cherries (about 6 ounces), finely chopped; 1/2 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger; 1 tablespoon finely grated peeled ginger; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 cup hot espresso or very strong coffee; 1 tablespoon ground ginger; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon ground allspice; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup (packed) dark brown sugar; 3 large eggs; 1 cup mild-flavored (light) molasses; (optional); A 6-8-cup Bundt pan

Servings: persons

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour plus more for pan
1 cup dried tart cherries (about 6 ounces), finely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger
1 tablespoon finely grated peeled ginger
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 cup hot espresso or very strong coffee
1 tablespoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup (packed) dark brown sugar
3 large eggs
1 cup mild-flavored (light) molasses
(optional)
A 6-8-cup Bundt pan

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Butter Bundt pan. Dust pan with flour, tapping out excess. Combine cherries, crystallized ginger, grated ginger, and Dijon mustard in a medium bowl. Pour espresso over cherry mixture and set aside. Whisk 2 1/2 cups flour, ground ginger, baking soda, salt, allspice, cinnamon, and pepper in a large bowl.
2
Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat 1/2 cup butter in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add brown sugar and beat for 2 minutes. Beat in eggs one at a time, then beat in molasses.
3
Strain cherry mixture into a small bowl, reserving soaking liquid. Add dry ingredients to butter mixture in 3 additions, alternately with soaking liquid in 2 additions, beating to blend between additions. Fold in drained cherry mixture. Scrape batter into prepared pan.
4
Bake until top of cake springs back when lightly pressed in the middle, about 1 hour. Let cool in pan on a wire rack. DO AHEAD:
5
Remove cake from pan. Spoon Luscious Chocolate Icing over cake, if using, allowing it to drip down sides. Cut cake into wedges to serve.

724

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan, 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour plus more for pan, 1 cup dried tart cherries (about 6 ounces), finely chopped, 1/2 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger, and more.

Yes, Ginger Spice Cake With Dried Cherries falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ginger Spice Cake With Dried Cherries

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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