Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9” × 13” pan.

Step 2

, To make the cake: In a medium bowl, mix together the brown sugar, molasses, syrup, melted butter, oil, and eggs, beating until smooth.

Step 3

, Stir in the flour, baking soda, spices, salt, and crystallized ginger.

Step 4

, Carefully and slowly (to avoid splashing) stir in the water.

Step 5

, Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl and stir in any of the sticky residue that’s collected there.

Step 6

, Pour the batter into the prepared pan.

Step 7

, To bake the cake: Bake the cake for 30 to 40 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8

, Remove the cake from the oven and, while still warm, brush with additional ginger syrup if desired.

Step 9

, Storage information: Allow the cake to cool completely, then cover and store at room temperature for up to three days; freeze for longer storage. Thaw frozen cake to room temperature, then heat in the microwave for a few seconds or in the oven for a couple of minutes, if desired, before serving.