This gingerbread cake is a healthier version of the classic holiday dessert. It is free of gluten and dairy and is naturally sweetened with maple syrup, coconut sugar and molasses. Molasses provides the characteristic chew and earthy sweetness of gingerbread, so don’t skip it!

Warming spices like cinnamon, ginger, cloves and allspice add flavor and are also rich in beneficial antioxidants. Cinnamon in particular has also been shown to help balance blood sugar and reduce inflammation in the gut.

The frosting is made with real food ingredients and comes together quickly in a blender – you can make a double batch for future baking.