Lievito Madre Discard Gingerbread Cake
Dec 14, 2025 12:57 AM
This lievito madre discard gingerbread cake has rich molasses flavor, warm spices and a tender, moist crumb with just a hint of sourdough depth. It’s a simple, old-fashioned cake recipe.
If you love classic gingerbread flavor, this lievito madre discard gingerbread cake will fit right into your Christmas baking. It has the same warm molasses spice as the gingerbread cake and bakes up soft, moist and full of cozy aroma.
It’s also a great way to use your lievito madre starter discard. The batter comes together quickly and bakes into a flavorful cake that makes an easy holiday dessert for gatherings or cozy nights at home.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cake/pastry flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ginger
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon cloves
- 1 pinch salt
- ½ cup butter (melted and cooled)
- 100 g lievito madre discard
- ¾ cup molasses
- ½ cup brown sugar (dark or light lightly packed)
- 1-2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 cup boiling water
Sweetened Whipped Cream
- 1 cup cream whole, heavy or whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ¾ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Prep Time:
30 minutes
Cook Time:
50 minutes
Total Time:
80 minutes
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