Best Ever Gingerbread
Warm, spiced, and irresistibly moist, the Best Ever Gingerbread recipe is a timeless holiday favorite that brings nostalgic flavors to your table. This classic loaf combines the bold richness of molasses, aromatic ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, balanced perfectly by the tang of buttermilk. The result is a tender, fragrant gingerbread that's as comforting as it is flavorful. With only 20 minutes of prep time and straightforward instructions, this recipe is beginner-friendly yet delivers bakery-quality results. Finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar, it's not only a feast for the palate but also a stunning centerpiece for any festive gathering. Perfect for serving alongside a steaming cup of tea or coffee, this gingerbread loaf is the ultimate treat for cozy mornings or holiday celebrations.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cloves
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cups brown sugar, packed
- 0.75 cups molasses
- 1 units large egg
- 0.75 cups buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
Add the molasses and egg to the butter mixture, and beat until well combined.
Reduce the mixer speed to low and add the dry ingredients in three batches, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the gingerbread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar for a decorative finish, if desired.
Slice and serve your Best Ever Gingerbread with a cup of tea or coffee. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1291 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.1 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 206 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 272 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 241.3 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 43.4 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 289 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 662 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
