Sticky Ginger Cake Easy and Delicious! thinlyspread.co.uk from thinlyspread.co.uk
Introduction
Ginger cake is a classic British dessert that has been enjoyed for centuries. The recipe has been passed down from generation to generation, and each family has its own unique twist on it. This particular recipe is for a sticky ginger cake that is moist, rich, and full of flavor. It's perfect for any occasion or just as a treat for yourself.
Ingredients
For this sticky ginger cake recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
225g unsalted butter
225g dark muscovado sugar
225g golden syrup
225g black treacle
4 large eggs, beaten
300ml milk
325g self-raising flour
1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
2 tbsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (fan)/180°C/gas mark 4. Grease and line a 20cm square cake tin. 2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter, sugar, golden syrup, and black treacle over a low heat. Stir until everything is well combined. 3. Remove the pan from the heat and add the beaten eggs, stirring constantly to prevent the eggs from scrambling. 4. Add the milk to the pan and stir until everything is well combined. 5. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, bicarbonate of soda, ground ginger, and ground cinnamon. 6. Add the dry ingredients to the pan and stir until everything is well combined. 7. Pour the mixture into the prepared cake tin and bake for 1 hour 20 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the middle of the cake comes out clean. 8. Leave the cake to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. 9. Once cooled, slice the cake and serve with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.
Nutrition
This sticky ginger cake recipe makes 12 servings. Each serving contains the following nutritional information:
Calories: 509
Fat: 23.7g
Saturated Fat: 14.4g
Cholesterol: 131mg
Sodium: 360mg
Carbohydrates: 70.7g
Fiber: 0.8g
Sugar: 53.2g
Protein: 5.5g
Conclusion
This sticky ginger cake recipe is a must-try for any ginger lover. It's easy to make, and the end result is a deliciously moist and flavorful cake that is perfect for any occasion. Serve it with a hot cup of tea or coffee for the ultimate British experience. So, what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try and impress your friends and family with your baking skills!
