There’s something magical about the aroma of a gingerbread loaf baking in the oven. Whether it’s the warm spices or the comforting molasses undertones, gingerbread loaf is the perfect companion to a chilly winter day. This moist and flavorful loaf is not only easy to make but also versatile enough to serve as a breakfast treat, a midday snack, or a festive dessert. Let’s dive into this heartwarming recipe that will fill your home with holiday cheer.
INGREDIENTS NEEDED FOR GINGERBREAD LOAF
1. Flour
2. Butter
3. Cinnamon
4. Brown Sugar
5. Pure Vanilla
6. Salt
7. Eggs
8. Baking Soda
9. Baking Powder
10. Ginger Powder
11. Mixed Spice – You can also substitute with pumpkin spice.
12. Oil
13. Molasses
14. Milk
HOW TO MAKE GINGERBREAD LOAF
1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, molasses, brown sugar, eggs, oil, milk, and vanilla extract.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, mixed spice, and salt.
4. Combine The Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
5. Bake the Loaf: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Tap the pan to remove any large air bubbles. Bake for 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Cool and Serve: Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
STORAGE TIPS
Store the gingerbread loaf in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days.
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GINGERBREAD LOAF RECIPE
Ingredients
- 2 cups Flour
- ½ cup Unsalted Melted Butter
- ½ tbsp Cinnamon
- ½-¾ cup Brown Sugar
- 2 tsp Pure Vanilla
- ½ tsp Salt
- 2 Large Room Temp Eggs
- ½ tsp Baking Soda
- 2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 ½ tbsp Ginger Powder
- ½ tbsp Mixed Spice
- 1 tsp Oil
- ⅓ cup Molasses
- 1 cup Room Temp Milk
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, molasses, brown sugar, eggs, oil, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, mixed spice, and salt.
- Combine The Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
- Bake the Loaf: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Tap the pan to remove any large air bubbles. Bake for 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
