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Deep and rich molasses brings the flavor in this simple Molasses Skillet Cake. #skilletcake #molassescake #molasses #easyrecipe #castironskillet
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Molasses Skillet Cake

The deep and rich flavor of molasses brings a whole new life to a simple boxed yellow cake mix in this Molasses Skillet Cake.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cake, molasses
Servings: 12
Author: Amy D

Ingredients

  • 1 16.5 ounce box yellow cake mix
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • 1/3 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ginger

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a 10.5 inch cast iron skillet with baking spray with flour. 
  • In a medium sized mixing bowl combine the cake mix and melted butter until crumbly. Remove 1 cup of the crumbs and set aside for later. 
  • Add the remaining ingredients to the cake mix and mix well. Some small lumps may remain. 
  • Pour the cake batter into the prepared skillet and top with the reserved crumbs. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. 
  • Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired. 

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Serving: 12Servings