Spicy Gingerbread Loaf
Warm up your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of this Spicy Gingerbread Loaf, a cozy twist on a classic holiday treat. Bursting with festive spices like ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, this moist and flavorful loaf takes it up a notch with a hint of cayenne pepper for a subtle kick. A mix of molasses and brown sugar gives it a deep, rich sweetness, while its perfectly tender crumb comes together effortlessly with just 15 minutes of prep time. Whether served warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or paired with a dollop of whipped cream, this easy-to-make gingerbread loaf is sure to become a seasonal favorite for gatherings or quiet winter evenings. Perfect for Christmas baking, holiday brunches, or as a giftable homemade treat, this recipe will fill your home with warmth and cheer.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 0.75 cups brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cups molasses
- 1 unit large egg
- 0.5 cups milk
- 0.5 cups boiling water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Mix in the molasses until fully combined, followed by the egg. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Turn the mixer to low speed and alternately add the dry ingredients and milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Slowly pour in the boiling water and stir gently until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin, which is normal.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow the gingerbread loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Optionally, top with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2921 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 106.7 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.3 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 455 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 2685 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 462.1 g | 168% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 272.2 g | ||
| Protein | 36.8 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 730 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 21.3 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 3126 mg | 67% | |
*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.
