Decadent Gingerbread Streusel with Rich Butter Sauce
This delightful Gingerbread Streusel with Butter Sauce is a cherished family recipe inspired by tradition and perfect for the holiday season. Its warm, spiced aroma fills the kitchen, making it an irresistible treat that both kids and adults will adore. The cake features a moist, spiced gingerbread base topped with a buttery streusel that adds a lovely crunch. While it’s delicious on its own, the accompanying rich butter sauce elevates the experience to a whole new level of decadence. Easy to prepare in advance, you can reheat the sauce just before serving to create a cozy dessert that’s sure to impress your guests.
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sugar
1/2 cup (divided)
Margarine or Butter
1/4 cup (softened)
All-Purpose Flour
1 cup (sifted)
Ground Ginger
1 teaspoon (divided)
Ground Cinnamon
1 teaspoon
Allspice
1/2 teaspoon
Salt
1/8 teaspoon
Baking Soda
1/2 teaspoon
Buttermilk
1/2 cup
Molasses
1/4 cup
Egg
1 (beaten)
Butter or Margarine (for sauce)
1/4 cup
Whipping Cream
1/4 cup
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Lightly grease the bottom of an 8-inch square or round baking pan.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of sugar and 1/4 cup of softened margarine or butter. Blend together until smooth.
4
Sift in the flour, ginger, cinnamon, allspice, and salt. Mix until the mixture is crumbly.
5
Reserve 1/3 cup of this crumbly mixture to use as topping later.
6
Next, to the remaining mixture in the bowl, add the baking soda and mix well.
7
Stir in the buttermilk, molasses, and egg until everything is well combined.
8
Pour the gingerbread batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the top.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10
While the gingerbread is baking, prepare the butter sauce: In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of sugar, a dash of ginger, 1/4 cup of butter, and 1/4 cup of whipping cream.
11
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
12
Once the gingerbread is done baking, allow it to cool slightly, then serve warm drizzled with the rich butter sauce.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decadent Gingerbread Streusel with Rich Butter Sauce?
It is a moist, spiced gingerbread cake topped with a buttery streusel crunch and served with a decadent warm butter sauce, perfect for the holiday season.
What size pan is needed for this recipe?
You should use an 8-inch square or round baking pan.
What is the required oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
Can I use butter instead of margarine?
Yes, you can use either softened margarine or butter for both the cake and the sauce.
How do I create the streusel topping?
Mix the sugar, margarine, flour, and spices until crumbly, then reserve 1/3 cup of this mixture to sprinkle over the top before baking.
What spices are used in this gingerbread?
The recipe calls for ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and allspice.
How much flour is required?
You will need 1 cup of sifted all-purpose flour.
When should I add the baking soda?
Add the baking soda to the flour mixture after you have reserved the 1/3 cup for the streusel topping.
What liquid ingredients are used in the batter?
The batter uses buttermilk, molasses, and one beaten egg.
How long does the gingerbread bake?
It takes approximately 20-30 minutes in the oven.
How can I tell if the gingerbread is finished baking?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
What are the ingredients for the rich butter sauce?
The sauce consists of sugar, a dash of ginger, butter, and whipping cream.
How do I cook the butter sauce?
Bring the ingredients to a boil while stirring constantly, then simmer for 4 minutes.
Do I need to grease the baking pan?
Yes, lightly grease the bottom of the 8-inch pan before pouring in the batter.
Can I make this dessert in advance?
Yes, the recipe can be prepared in advance, and the sauce can be reheated just before serving.
How should the dessert be served?
Serve the gingerbread warm, drizzled generously with the rich butter sauce.
How much molasses is used?
The recipe requires 1/4 cup of molasses.
What type of cream is best for the sauce?
Whipping cream is used to create the rich consistency of the sauce.
Is this recipe suitable for children?
Yes, the description mentions it is an irresistible treat that both kids and adults will adore.
Should the egg be beaten before adding it?
Yes, the instructions specify using one beaten egg.
How much ginger goes into the sauce?
The sauce requires a dash of ground ginger.
What is the first step of the recipe?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
How much salt is in the gingerbread?
The recipe calls for 1/8 teaspoon of salt.
How much cinnamon is used?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
Is the sugar amount divided?
Yes, sugar is used in both the gingerbread cake base and the butter sauce.
Does the recipe require sifted flour?
Yes, the ingredients list specifies 1 cup of sifted all-purpose flour.
How much buttermilk is needed?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of buttermilk.
Can I use a square pan instead of a round one?
Yes, the recipe works for either an 8-inch square or round baking pan.
How many minutes should the sauce simmer?
The sauce should simmer for about 4 minutes after reaching a boil.
Should I stir the sauce while it boils?
Yes, you should stir the sauce constantly until it reaches a boil.