Gingerbread Loaf
Gingerbread loaf is the ultimate holiday treat, enveloping you in warmth with its aromatic spices and rich flavors. This moist, comforting loaf is perfect for chilly afternoons or festive gatherings, making it a delightful centerpiece for any dessert table. Enjoy each slice fresh from the oven or gift it to friends and family as a sweet token of the season.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- ¾ cup unsulfured molasses
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix brown sugar and molasses until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in oil and milk.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; fold in vanilla.
- Pour batter into the greased loaf pan and bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg