Old Fashion Ginger Cake Recipe

Name: Old Fashion Ginger Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup molasses; ½ cup light brown sugar; ½ cup lard or ½ cup butter; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ginger; ½ teaspoon clove; ⅓ teaspoon allspice; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 cup boiling water; 2 cups flour; 2 eggs, well beaten

Servings: persons

1 cup molasses
½ cup light brown sugar
½ cup lard or ½ cup butter
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ginger
½ teaspoon clove
⅓ teaspoon allspice
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup boiling water
2 cups flour
2 eggs, well beaten

1
Preheat oven to 350F Grease and flour 9x13 cake pan (can use something like Bakers Joy if desired).
2
Set aside.
3
In large mixing bowl, cream together molasses, brown sugar, and the lard or butter until light and fluffy.
4
Mix in well beaten eggs.
5
Set aside.
6
Bring water to boil; measure out 1 cup and dissolve the baking soda in the water.
7
Set aside.
8
In separate bowl mix together cinnamon, ginger, cloves, allspice, salt and flour.
9
Add the dry ingredients slowly to the creamed mixture and mix well.
10
Stir in the boiling water/soda mixture (while still hot).
11
Whisk quickly to incorporate all ingredients well.
12
Pour into prepared cake pan and bake 28-33 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.

1132

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup molasses, ½ cup light brown sugar, ½ cup lard or ½ cup butter, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Old Fashion Ginger Cake 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!

Old Fashion Ginger Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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