Ginger Mini Cakes

Ginger Mini Cakes
45 min.
12
390kcal

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If you're looking to impress your friends and family with a delightful dessert, look no further than these scrumptious Ginger Mini Cakes! Perfectly baked to golden perfection, these mini cakes are infused with the warm, zesty flavor of ground ginger, creating a unique taste experience that is both comforting and invigorating. Each bite is a delightful fusion of sweetness, spiced warmth, and rich creaminess, making them an ideal treat for any occasion.

What makes these mini cakes even more irresistible is the addition of luscious seedless blackberry jam and perfectly whipped heavy cream, creating a stunning contrast of flavors and textures. Topped with a sprinkle of optional candied ginger, these cakes not only taste fantastic but also present beautifully as a vibrant dessert centerpiece. Perfect for brunch, tea time, or a cozy dinner party, these Ginger Mini Cakes are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.

With a total prep and bake time of just 45 minutes, you won’t have to wait long to enjoy this sweet indulgence. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is accessible and straightforward, ensuring your baking experience is as enjoyable as the final product. Get your aprons on, and let’s embark on a delightful baking adventure with these Ginger Mini Cakes that will warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • cup garnish: blackberry jam seedless
  • 1.5 cups cake flour 
  • 12 servings candied ginger 
  • 0.3 cup confectioners' sugar 
  •  eggs at room temperature
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar 
  • tablespoon ground ginger 
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream 
  • 0.8 cup milk 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk
  • hand mixer
  • cake form
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F. Lightly grease a 13-by-9-inch cake pan; line with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk flour, ginger, baking soda and salt in a bowl; set aside.
  3. Using an electric mixer, beat eggs and sugar at medium speed until pale and thick, about 5 minutes.
  4. Heat milk in microwave until hot. Stir in butter. While mixing at low speed, drizzle hot milk into egg mixture; mix until smooth. Stir in vanilla. Sift a third of flour mixture into egg mixture; stir to blend. Repeat twice with remaining flour.
  5. Scrape batter into pan; bake until a cake tester comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes.
  6. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a rack; let cool completely.
  7. Remove parchment paper.
  8. Whip heavy cream and confectioners' sugar.
  9. Cut cake into 12 portions.
  10. Spread jam and then whipped cream on each piece.
  11. Sprinkle with candied ginger, if desired

Nutrition Facts

Calories390kcal
Protein4.84%
Fat33.21%
Carbs61.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.17
Glycemic Load
35.63
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.0386957085651%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:390.44kcal
19.52%
Fat:14.54g
22.37%
Saturated Fat:8.72g
54.51%
Carbohydrates:61.06g
20.35%
Net Carbohydrates:60.31g
21.93%
Sugar:43.69g
48.54%
Cholesterol:81.38mg
27.13%
Sodium:227.8mg
9.9%
Alcohol:0.23g
100%
Alcohol %:0.22%
100%
Protein:4.77g
9.53%
Selenium:11.75µg
16.79%
Manganese:0.28mg
14.04%
Vitamin A:580.18IU
11.6%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.74%
Phosphorus:76.28mg
7.63%
Vitamin D:0.9µg
5.99%
Calcium:54.01mg
5.4%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.86%
Vitamin B5:0.38mg
3.8%
Folate:14.76µg
3.69%
Vitamin E:0.55mg
3.65%
Copper:0.07mg
3.65%
Iron:0.6mg
3.33%
Vitamin C:2.67mg
3.24%
Potassium:111.38mg
3.18%
Fiber:0.75g
2.98%
Zinc:0.45mg
2.98%
Magnesium:11.29mg
2.82%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.64%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.42%
Vitamin B3:0.25mg
1.27%
Vitamin K:1.24µg
1.19%
Source:My Recipes