Individual Gingerbread Pudding Cake Light

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of this lightened-up Individual Gingerbread Pudding Cake, a delightful dessert that's perfect for the holiday season or any cozy evening. Featuring aromatic spices like ground ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, this dish layers moist gingerbread cake with a luscious pudding-like sauce that forms naturally as it bakes. Sweetened with molasses and applesauce for a lighter touch, each ramekin-sized portion is finished with a sprinkle of spiced sugar and a gentle pour of hot water to create its signature oozy base. Ready in just 45 minutes, these personal-sized treats are perfect for sharing—or savoring solo! Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a light dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch of decadence. Whether you're craving a seasonal dessert or a comforting classic, this gingerbread pudding cake delivers festive charm and rich flavor in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 2 teaspoons Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Molasses
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 0.75 cup Hot water
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar (for sauce layer)
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (for sauce layer)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease 4 small ramekins or oven-safe bowls.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the applesauce, brown sugar, molasses, vanilla extract, and egg. Beat until smooth and well blended.

Step 4

Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a smooth batter forms, then stir in the milk.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 6

In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and ground cinnamon for the sauce layer. Sprinkle this mixture evenly on top of the batter in each ramekin.

Step 7

Carefully pour 3 tablespoons of hot water over the top of each ramekin, trying not to disturb the sugar topping.

Step 8

Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cakes are puffed up and the tops appear set.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. The pudding sauce will form at the bottom, creating a deliciously moist layer.

Step 10

Serve warm, optionally with a dollop of whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar for added sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(857.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1530.3

Total Fat 12.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 230.5mg	0%
Sodium 1278.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 331.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 206.2g
Protein 26.8g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 535.4mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 1894.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 7.3%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 85.8%