Description

This Spiced Gingerbread Loaf offers a delightful blend of warming spices with a rich molasses base, perfect for cozy gatherings or a simple afternoon treat. Easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying, it’s a must-have for any spice lover!

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2/3 cup unsulphured molasses
3/4 cup hot water
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 large egg (room temperature)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup confectioners’ sugar (sifted)
2–3 tablespoons orange juice

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare loaf pan.
Combine dry ingredients in a bowl.
Mix molasses with hot water.
Cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients alternately with molasses mixture.
Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 50–60 minutes.
Let cool, prepare glaze, and drizzle over loaf before serving.

Notes

Store tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Can refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze slices for up to 3 months.
Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 190
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg