Spiced Gingerbread Loaf
Enjoy the festive flavors of Spiced Gingerbread Loaf. Perfect for the holidays or afternoon coffee breaks, this recipe is a must-try.
Servings: 12
Calories: 251kcal
Equipment
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Mixing Bowl
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- 9x5 Loaf Pan
- Hand Mixer
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 250 grams all-purpose flour about 2 cups
- ½ tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 stick butter unsalted and softend
- 150 grams brown sugar about ¾ packed, light or dark
- 1 large egg room temperature
- ½ cup light or fancy molasses
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325F and grease a 9x5 loaf pan, set it aside.
- Gently warm up the milk on the stove on low heat, (do not let it boil) then stir in baking soda and set aside momentarily away from the heat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until it is light and smooth, with a hand mixer.
- Beat in the eggs, then mix in the molasses until combined.
- Alternating between the milk and dry ingredients, add them to the wet ingredients and beat on low just until combined.
- Transfer the batter evenly to the prepared 9x5 pan and bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out of the center with moist crumbs.
- Allow it to sit in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Use room temperature butter and egg for a smoother batter.
- Precise Measuring: Measure the flour carefully using a kitchen scale or the spoon-and-level method to avoid a dry loaf.
- Don't Overmix: Mix the batter only until combined to help keep the crumb soft and tender.
- Tenting: Tent the loaf loosely with foil during the last 15 minutes if it's browning too quickly.
- Room Temperature: Store the loaf in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in plastic wrap for up to 4 days.
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Bring to room temperature before serving for the best texture.
- Freezer: Wrap individual slices or the whole loaf tightly in plastic wrap followed by aluminum foil and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Warm individual slices in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds or toast lightly before serving.
- Make Ahead: This loaf tastes even better the next day, making it an excellent recipe to prepare a day in advance for holiday gatherings or gifting.
Nutrition
Calories: 251kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 271mg | Potassium: 286mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 292IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 2mg
