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Amazing Spiced Gingerbread Loaf Recipe (Holiday Smells)
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Vanilla Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Notes
For an extra festive touch, you can add chopped candied ginger or nuts to the batter.
Ensure your butter is softened, not melted, for the best texture.
Molasses can vary in strength; use unsulfured for a balanced flavor.
Allow the loaf to cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off.
Nutrition
- Calories: Approx. 350-400 (will vary based on exact ingredients and glaze amount)
- Sugar: Approx. 30-40g
- Protein: Approx. 4-5g