Individual Ginger Cakes with Apricot Sticky Sauce

Vegetarian
Health score
4%
Individual Ginger Cakes with Apricot Sticky Sauce
45 min.
9
591kcal

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Indulge in the warm and inviting flavors of our Individual Ginger Cakes with Apricot Sticky Sauce—an exquisite dessert that perfectly balances sweetness and spice. Imagine a delightful fusion of moist ginger cake with the zesty notes of crystallized ginger, all nestled in your very own mini Bundt molds. Each cake is a personal treat designed not just to satiate your sweet tooth but also to make your taste buds dance with joy.

The highlight of this dessert is undoubtedly the luscious apricot sticky sauce that beautifully complements the richness of the ginger cakes. Made with sun-dried apricots and a touch of velvety whipping cream, this sauce transforms an already irresistible dessert into an extraordinary culinary experience. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself, these individual cakes are sure to impress your guests and elevate any meal. Plus, being vegetarian means it caters to a variety of dietary preferences!

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe yields nine servings, so there's plenty to share—though we won’t blame you if you keep a few for yourself! With each bite, you’ll savor the warm spices and the rich sweetness that bring a comforting embrace to your palate. Join us in creating this delightful dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat! It's the perfect way to end any meal on a high note.

Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups flour 
  • teaspoons baking soda 
  • tablespoon plus light
  • tablespoons candied ginger chopped
  • 0.7 cup apricot dried thinly sliced
  • large eggs 
  • cup brown sugar packed ()
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground allspice 
  • teaspoons ground ginger 
  • tablespoon espresso powder instant
  • cup blackstrap molasses light ()
  • 0.8 cup butter salted room temperature ()
  • teaspoons sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • cup water hot
  • 0.7 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • pastry brush

Directions

  1. Combine apricots and ginger in small bowl.
  2. Pour enough boiling water over just to cover; let soften 10 minutes.
  3. Drain; pat dry with paper towels.
  4. Combine sugar, 3 tablespoons water, and corn syrup in heavy medium skillet. Stir over low heat until sugar dissolves. Increase heat; boil until syrup is deep amber color, brushing down sides with wet pastry brush and swirling pan occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat.
  6. Mix in butter, apricots, and ginger.
  7. Add cream and vanilla. Stir over low heat until caramel bits dissolve and sauce is smooth. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Rewarm over low heat before serving.)
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray 9 mini-Bundt molds with nonstick spray; generously butter same molds. Sift flour, ground ginger, baking soda, and allspice into medium bowl.
  9. Combine 1 cup hot water and espresso powder in small bowl and stir to dissolve. Using electric mixer, beat brown sugar and butter in large bowl until blended. Beat in molasses, then eggs and fresh ginger. Beat in flour mixture in 3 additions alternately with espresso mixture in 2 additions. Divide among 9 prepared molds.
  10. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons sugar.
  11. Bake cakes until tester inserted near center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Cool cakes in pans 10 minutes; turn out onto baking sheet. (Can be made 6 hours ahead; let stand at room temperature. Rewarm in 350°F oven 8 minutes.)
  12. Serve ginger cakes warm with warm apricot sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories591kcal
Protein4.11%
Fat34.82%
Carbs61.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.05
Glycemic Load
34.26
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
15.130869820066%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:590.68kcal
29.53%
Fat:23.27g
35.79%
Saturated Fat:14.22g
88.88%
Carbohydrates:91.81g
30.6%
Net Carbohydrates:89.97g
32.72%
Sugar:62.86g
69.85%
Cholesterol:101.93mg
33.98%
Sodium:411.81mg
17.9%
Alcohol:0.15g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Caffeine:17.44mg
5.81%
Protein:6.17g
12.34%
Manganese:1.17mg
58.38%
Selenium:23.67µg
33.81%
Magnesium:110.99mg
27.75%
Iron:4.25mg
23.61%
Potassium:800.26mg
22.86%
Vitamin A:1141IU
22.82%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
20.04%
Folate:71.48µg
17.87%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
16.11%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
16.03%
Copper:0.3mg
14.91%
Vitamin B3:2.96mg
14.78%
Calcium:135.12mg
13.51%
Phosphorus:97.27mg
9.73%
Vitamin B5:0.78mg
7.76%
Vitamin E:1.16mg
7.7%
Fiber:1.84g
7.35%
Zinc:0.65mg
4.34%
Vitamin D:0.5µg
3.36%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.65%
Vitamin K:2.34µg
2.23%
Source:Epicurious