Spice Loaf with Caramel Glaze
Elevate your baking game with this irresistible Spice Loaf with Caramel Glaze, a perfect balance of warm spices and indulgent sweetness. Packed with aromatic cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, this moist and flavorful loaf is a comforting treat ideal for autumn gatherings or cozy afternoons. The optional addition of chopped pecans adds a satisfying crunch, while the rich caramel glaze, made with brown sugar, butter, and heavy cream, drapes over the loaf for a decadent finish that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Easy to bake and beautiful to serve, this recipe is a showstopping centerpiece for any dessert table. With a quick prep time and a stunning presentation, this spice loaf will become your go-to seasonal favorite! Keywords: Spice Loaf Recipe, Caramel Glaze, Fall Desserts, Easy Baking Recipes, Moist Loaf Cake.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar, packed
- 2 units Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Chopped pecans (optional)
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar (for glaze)
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract (for glaze)
- 0.5 cups Powdered sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your 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 flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, using a hand or stand mixer, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.
If using pecans, gently fold them into the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the caramel glaze, combine the brown sugar and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to bubble.
Whisk in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, then remove the pan from heat. Gradually whisk in the powdered sugar until smooth.
Let the glaze cool slightly, then pour it over the cooled spice loaf. Allow the glaze to set before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4715 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 202.5 g | 260% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.3 g | 506% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 794 mg | 265% | |
| Sodium | 2448 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 690.7 g | 251% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 489.2 g | ||
| Protein | 53.0 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 708 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 1371 mg | 29% | |
*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.
