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Ingredients

• 8 Tbs. (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted, plus more for greasing dish
• 2 cups all-purpose flour ;
• 1 Tbs. ground ginger ;
• 1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon ;
• 1/2 tsp. ground cloves ;
• 1/2 tsp. finely ground black pepper ;
• 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper ;
• 3/4 tsp. salt ;
• 1/2 tsp. baking powder ;
• 1/2 tsp. baking soda ;
• 2 eggs ;
• 1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar ;
• 2/3 cup dark molasses ;
• 1 cup whole milk ;
• One 4-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated ;
• ; ;

• 1/2 lb. cream cheese, at room temperature ;
• 4 Tbs. (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature ;
• Pinch of salt ;
• 2/3 cup confectioners’ sugar, sifted ;
• 1 tsp. dry sherry ;

Description

Fragrant Spices Give This Gingerbread A Big, Bold Character. The Rich Cream Cheese Frosting Lends A Welcome Tanginess And Balances The Spiciness Of The Cake.

Williams-Sonoma