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Spiced Gingerbread Loaf

Irresistibly Moist Spiced Gingerbread Loaf with Vanilla Glaze

This spiced gingerbread loaf is a delightful treat perfect for the holidays, featuring warm flavors and a sweet vanilla glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Forms the base structure of the loaf.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as the leavening agent.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Ginger The star spice for warm gingerbread flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds depth and warmth.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cloves Enhances the aromatic spice note.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Brings subtle sweetness.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter (softened) Provides moisture.
  • 0.75 cups Granulated Sugar Sweetens the loaf.
  • 0.75 cups Dark Brown Sugar Adds moisture and rich flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Binds the ingredients.
  • 0.75 cups Unsulfured Molasses Key for gingerbread flavor.
  • 0.5 cups Milk Maintains moisture.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Creates a smooth glaze.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk (for glaze) Adjusts consistency.

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • medium bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x5 inch loaf pan by greasing it.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg until fully combined.
  5. Stir in the molasses, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, checking for doneness with a skewer.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk to make the glaze.
  11. Once cooled, drizzle the glaze over the loaf.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened, not melted. Use unsulfured molasses for better flavor. Avoid overmixing to keep the loaf light and fluffy.

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