Scrumptious gingerbread bundt cake smothered in silky cream cheese frosting

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 50 minutes

Gingerbread bundt cake with cream cheese frosting

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 2 cups (480g) all-purpose flour 
• 2 teaspoons (10g) baking powder 
• 1 teaspoon (5g) baking soda 
• 1 tablespoon (15g) ground ginger 
• 2 teaspoons (10g) ground cinnamon 
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) ground cloves 
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt 
• 1 cup (240g) unsalted butter, softened 
• 1 cup (240g) granulated sugar 
• 1 cup (240g) molasses 
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup (240ml) boiling water 
• 1 package (8 oz or 226g) cream cheese, softened 
• 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups (480g) powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract 

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
3. In another bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Add the sugar and beat until fluffy. Beat in the molasses.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
5. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the boiling water. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.
6. Grease and flour a bundt pan. Pour the batter into the pan.
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
9. While the cake is cooling, make the frosting. Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla and beat until creamy.
10. Once the cake is completely cool, frost the cake with the cream cheese frosting.

There you go! A delicious gingerbread bundt cake with cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion. Enjoy baking!

A healthier spin on gingerbread bundt cake with cream cheese frosting

Opting for a healthier version of the gingerbread bundt cake doesn’t mean compromising flavor.

You can easily swap refined sugar with a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup. Use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour for added benefits.

For the cream cheese frosting, try a low-fat cream cheese or substitute half the cream cheese for Greek yogurt.

Even modest changes like those can help make this beloved dessert a bit healthier without sacrificing taste.

Storing your gingerbread bundt cake with cream cheese frosting

Once you’ve made your delicious gingerbread bundt cake with cream cheese frosting, it’s important to store it properly for that same great taste in every slice.

You can keep it at room temperature for a day or two if it’s well-covered. If you expect it to last a bit longer, storing it in the refrigerator is a good option.

Make sure to cling wrap it well or store it in an airtight container. The cake should last up to a week when stored in this manner.

Pairing with your gingerbread bundt cake with cream cheese frosting

This scrumptious gingerbread bundt cake with cream cheese frosting can be served on its own or with a side of fresh fruit, like berries or sliced apples, for a balanced sweetness.

As for drinks, it pairs beautifully with coffee in the morning for a decadent breakfast or even a late brunch. If you are serving it as dessert after a dinner party, a sweet dessert wine or a hot cup of chai would complement the richness of the cake splendidly.