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Soft gingerbread cake squares on a holiday plate

Doctored Cake Mix Gingerbread

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Description

This rich and velvety gingerbread uses a clever spice cake mix shortcut, enhanced with molasses and sour cream for a dense, bakery-style texture. Topped with a luscious spiced cream cheese frosting, it is the ultimate stress-free dessert for your holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 1 package (15.25 oz) Spice Cake Mix, sifted
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup sour cream, full fat
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease and flour two 8-inch cake pans, lining the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a stand mixer, whisk together the sifted spice cake mix, flour, sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the sour cream, water, molasses, and eggs to the dry ingredients and mix on medium speed for 1 minute.
  4. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl, then mix for 1 additional minute until the batter is thick and fragrant.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the pans and bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. While the cakes cool completely, beat the softened butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice and beat for 2-3 minutes until fluffy.
  7. Add the softened cream cheese chunks to the frosting and beat on low to medium speed for 1 minute until just blended.

Notes

For the most consistent results, ensure your eggs and sour cream are at room temperature before mixing to prevent the batter from breaking. If you want an even deeper flavor, let the finished cake sit overnight in the refrigerator as the spices continue to develop and the moisture settles. Always store leftovers in the fridge because of the cream cheese frosting.

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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