Swedish Pepparkakar Cake

Here is a simple spicy and delicious Swedish cake that is easy to make.  Best of all, it can be made in one bowl without using a mixer.  You can bake this cake in a 9x9 pan or bundt pan.  For this recipe, there is an optional topping, which I did not make, but have included in the recipe.

Mix in order the following ingredients:

Cake:

1 egg, beaten
1 c. white sugar
1 c. sour cream
1 stick of butter (melted)
1 1/2 c. all purpose flour
1 t. ground cloves
1 t. ground ginger
1 t. cinnamon
1 t. baking soda
Powdered sugar

Generously butter your pan and coat with flour.  This will ensure your cake will not stick to the pan.

 

In your bowl, break one egg and beat until frothy.  Add sugar and continue to beat with a whisk until well incorporated.

 

Add sour cream and continue to combine.  Melt a stick of butter (50 seconds in a microwave).  Add to the mixture and stir to combine.

Add flour, spices and baking soda.  Continue stirring until combined.  I used a spatula to make sure all ingredients were combined.

Add mixture into baking pan.  Place in a 350 degree preheated oven, baking for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.  Remove from oven and allow to cool.

Once cooled, turn onto a serving platter or cake stand.  Sprinkle with powdered sugar.


Optional:

Topping:
1 c. heavy cream
1/3 c. light brown sugar

Mix ingredients and let stand in refrigerator for at least one hour before whipping.  Serve on the side with your cake.