Gingerbread cake is a classic holiday dessert that is sure to warm the heart of your loved ones. It's an easy to make, comforting dessert that has been a part of Christmas celebrations for centuries. To make this recipe extra special, we've added a twist by baking it in a skillet and topping it with delicious apple butter. This Skillet Gingerbread Cake with Apple Butter is the perfect combination of sweet and spicy, and is sure to be a hit at your holiday gathering.
Ingredients
For the gingerbread cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
For the apple butter:
- 2 large apples, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup apple cider
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
Gingerbread Cake
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch oven-safe skillet with butter or non-stick cooking spray and set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar until fully combined. Whisk in molasses, milk, and egg until well blended. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until fully incorporated and no lumps remain. Pour the batter into the prepared skillet and spread into an even layer. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in the skillet for 10 minutes before serving.
Apple Butter
While the cake is baking, prepare the apple butter. In a medium saucepan, add apples, apple cider, brown sugar, cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and the mixture is thickened. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Serving
To serve, slice the gingerbread cake and top with a generous dollop of apple butter. Enjoy!
Nutrition
This Skillet Gingerbread Cake with Apple Butter is a delicious, comforting dessert that is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. It’s packed with delicious flavors and is a great way to end a meal. Each serving of the cake contains about 360 calories, 17 grams of fat, 54 grams of carbohydrates, and 4 grams of protein.
The apple butter is a great way to add a touch of sweetness to this dish. Each serving contains about 110 calories, 0 grams of fat, 27 grams of carbohydrates, and 1 gram of protein.
This Skillet Gingerbread Cake with Apple Butter is a great addition to any holiday gathering. It’s a simple and delicious dessert that everyone will love. Enjoy!