Diabetes-Appropriate Diabetic Holiday & Event Recipes Diabetic Christmas Recipes Diabetes-Friendly Christmas Dessert Recipes Gingerbread Tea Cake 5.0 (5) 4 Reviews This low-calorie cake gets its festive flavor from molasses, cinnamon, ginger and ground cloves. Serve it for dessert during the holidays. By EatingWell Test Kitchen EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on December 16, 2023 Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Rate PRINT Share Trending Videos Close this video player Prep Time: 25 mins Additional Time: 40 mins Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins Servings: 35 Yield: 35 servings Nutrition Profile: Low-Carb Diabetes-Appropriate Nut-Free Dairy-Free Low-Sodium Low-Fat Soy-Free Heart-Healthy Vegetarian Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Nutrition Notes Is Gingerbread Tea Cake Good for You? While this recipe doesn't add a lot of nutrients to your day, we all need that go-to dessert that ends a meal on a little sweet note—and Gingerbread Tea Cake offers that while also being low-calorie, low-fat, low-sodium and low-carb. This recipe also fits into our heart-healthy category and is appropriate for people with diabetes. Is This Recipe Vegetarian-Friendly? Yes, as long as you eat eggs, Gingerbread Tea Cake fits a vegetarian lifestyle. Tips from the Test Kitchen Is There a Substitute for Sugar in This Recipe? If you're looking for a sugar substitute, you can use Splenda Sugar Blend for baking. Follow the package directions to use the product amount equivalent to 1/4 cup sugar. If using a sugar substitute, bake the cake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a wooden toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. What Can I Serve with Gingerbread Tea Cake? Serve with fresh raspberries and a dollop of whipped cream or Bourbon Whipped Cream for an elegant holiday dessert your guests will love. Frequently Asked Questions Can I Make Gingerbread Tea Cake Ahead? Yes, you can wrap the cooled cake in plastic wrap and refrigerate it for up to five days or freeze it for up to three months. Defrost at room temperature. Additional reporting by Carrie Myers, M.S., and Jan Valdez Ingredients 2 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground cloves ½ cup canola oil ¼ cup granulated sugar or sugar substitute blend equivalent to 1/4 cup sugar 1 ¼ cups cold water ⅔ cup full-flavor molasses ½ cup refrigerated or frozen egg product, thawed, or 2 eggs, lightly beaten Confectioners' sugar for dusting Fresh raspberries for garnish Directions Preheat oven to 350ºF. Lightly coat a 13x9x2-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray; set aside. In a medium bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and cloves; set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together oil and sugar until combined. Add the cold water, molasses and eggs; whisk until combined. Add the reserved flour mixture all at once to the water mixture, whisking just until smooth. Pour into prepared pan. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until a wooden toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack. Sift confectioners' sugar over the top and garnish with raspberries, if desired. Equipment 13x9x2-inch baking pan, wire rack Originally appeared: Diabetic Living Magazine Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 83 Calories 3g Fat 13g Carbs 1g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 35 Serving Size 1 serving Calories 83 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 13g 5% Dietary Fiber 0g 1% Total Sugars 5g Protein 1g 2% Total Fat 3g 4% Saturated Fat 0g 1% Vitamin A 43IU 1% Sodium 54mg 2% Calcium 20mg 2% Iron 1mg 4% Magnesium 17mg 4% Potassium 105mg 2% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved