Molasses Cake Bars
Wholesome and delicious, these Molasses Cake Bars are ideal for breakfast or a quick midmorning boost. Packed with warm spices, raisins, and optional nuts, they’re a nutritious and satisfying treat.
Equipment
- 8-inch (20 cm) square baking pan
- medium mixing bowl
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- spatula
- Wire rack
- Nonstick cooking spray
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon 15 ml apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup 235 ml plain soymilk
- 1 cup 120 g whole wheat pastry flour
- ¾ cup 60 g ground oats
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ cup 176 g blackstrap or regular molasses
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml canola oil
- ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons 60 g raisins
- ½ cup 55 g chopped pecans or (59 g) walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, or gas mark 4).
- Lightly coat an 8-inch (20-cm) square baking pan with nonstick spray.
- Combine the vinegar and soymilk in a medium mixing bowl.
- Let it sit for a few minutes to curdle into a buttermilk-like texture.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, ground oats, cinnamon, ginger, baking powder, baking soda, and fine sea salt.
- Whisk the molasses and canola oil into the curdled buttermilk mixture.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, being careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the raisins and nuts, if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Place the pan on a wire rack to cool for 15 minutes.
- Then transfer the cake to the rack to cool completely before slicing or storing.
Notes & Wine Advice
Serving Tip:
Serve with a drizzle of nut butter or alongside a cup of tea for a comforting snack.Wine Advice:
Not applicable for this wholesome treat. Pair with herbal tea or coffee for a cozy complement.Nutrition values
Calories: 200 kcal | Carbohydrates: 35 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 5 g | Sugar: 20 g