Fresh Ginger Cake

From the Gourmet Easy recipe book.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 cup Muscovado sugar (or dark brown sugar)
• 1/2 cup Blackstrap molasses (or dark molasses)
• 1 egg
• 1 cup freshly grated ginger
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 4 tbsp melted salted butter

Method

1. Prepare an 8 in-round pan and preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2. Peel and grate fresh ginger.
3. Sift flour and soda together.
4. Combine Muscovado sugar, blackstrap molasses, egg, and shredded ginger.
5. Add water and melted butter to the ginger mixture.
6. Combine the wet and dry ingredients just till combined, without overmixing.
7. Bake for approximately 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
8. Let cool completely on a rack before wrapping and chilling for at least 24 hours to 3 days to allow flavors to develop. Best served at room temperature and can be topped with fresh whipped cream if desired.