Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350F. Butter and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or spray with baking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, salt, cloves, and baking soda.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the molasses and hot water until the molasses is dissolved. Whisk in the sugar and the butter until well combined. Lastly, whisk in the eggs and vanilla. Pour the molasses mixture into the flour mixture and stir until well combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.

Step 4

Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until the center is springy to the touch. Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Serve with fresh whipped cream and dust with confectioners’ sugar, if desired.