Description
Broonie is a traditional Scottish cake that is rich with the flavors of molasses, cinnamon, and ginger. This dense and moist treat is perfect for enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup quick cooking oatmeal
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (*softened to room temp, plus 1–2 tsp. for greasing baking pan)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 whole egg
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 cup unsulfered molasses
- 1 cup hot water (*about 130-150℉)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350℉ and grease a 9 1/2 x 12 inch rectangle pan with butter.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, salt, and oatmeal.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a stand mixer, cream together softened butter and sugar. Add egg yolks and egg, beat until light and fluffy.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually mix in molasses, water, and dry ingredients into the butter mixture, scraping down the sides after each addition.
- Bake: Pour batter into the greased pan and bake for 45 minutes or until a tester comes out clean.
- Serve: Let cool, then serve with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Notes
- For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.
- This cake is even better the next day as the flavors meld together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Scottish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Broonie, Scottish cake, Molasses cake, Dessert recipe
