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Gingerbread Loaf

Irresistibly Moist Gingerbread Loaf for Holiday Cheer

This Gingerbread Loaf is a moist and spiced treat, perfect for holiday cheer.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Loaf
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 tsp baking soda can be doubled for baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt reduce if using table salt
  • 1 tbsp ground ginger fresh ginger alters taste
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg can be omitted
  • 1/2 tsp ground cloves or cardamom
  • 1 large egg can replace with flax egg for vegan
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract pure vanilla for best flavor
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter or coconut oil
  • 1 cup light brown sugar can use dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup molasses unsulphured for milder flavor
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk or regular milk with vinegar
For the Brown Butter Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 1/2 cup brown butter or softened butter
  • 8 oz cream cheese full-fat block preferred
  • 2 cups powdered sugar adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp milk any type

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Sifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Gingerbread Loaf
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a standard loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Sift together flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves in a bowl.
  3. Cream together butter and brown sugar until fluffy, then add molasses and mix well.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla until just combined, lightening in color.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk to the mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top evenly.
  7. Bake for 50-55 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Cool the loaf in the pan for 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Prepare the frosting by browning the butter, then mix with cream cheese and powdered sugar.
  10. Frost the cooled loaf generously and allow the frosting to set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing; store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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