Pre-heat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 9 inch cake pan.
GINGERBREAD CAKE
In a medium bowl cream butter, then gradually add the brown sugar and the molasses and beat to combine, then add the hot water and combine.
In another medium bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and ginger (if using).
Add the flour mixture in 3 parts to the creamed mixture beating after each addition. Then add the beaten eggs. Beat to combine.
Pour into prepared cake pan and bake for approximately 30-40 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely before serving. Serve with a spoonful of Cinnamon whipped cream. Enjoy!
CINNAMON WHIPPED CREAM
In a medium bowl add cream, cinnamon and sugar, beat until stiff.