Gingerbread Cake from a Cake Mix

This easy Gingerbread Cake starts with a spice cake mix but gets a homemade twist with extra spices, molasses, and buttermilk for a perfectly moist, flavorful dessert. It's the ideal holiday treat that’s quick to whip up and sure to impress. Top it off with cream cheese frosting or a simple powdered sugar dusting for a festive finish everyone will love! Whether you're hosting a holiday gathering or craving a cozy dessert, this gingerbread cake delivers all the warm, spiced goodness with minimal effort.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword cake, cake hack, cake mix, Christmas, gingerbread, holiday

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 35

Servings

Calories 343kcal

Author Jesseca

Ingredients

1 15.25oz spice cake mix
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup buttermilk
3 large eggs
1/2 cup molasses

Instructions

Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch pan with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking, and set it aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the spice cake mix, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Make sure it’s well combined—this will ensure the spices are evenly distributed throughout the cake.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs until smooth.
Pour the buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients along with the sour cream and molasses. Stir gently until the batter is smooth and everything is just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as that can make the cake tough.
Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, frost with your favorite frosting. Cream cheese frosting or eggnog buttercream are delicious options that complement the gingerbread flavor perfectly.

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Notes

We like this recipe with cream cheese frosting or eggnog buttercream.

Calorie count does not include frosting.

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