Indulge in the delightful flavors of our homemade Ginger Loaf, a classic treat that combines warmth, spice, and a hint of sweetness. This easy-to-follow recipe yields a moist and flavorful loaf that is perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or as a special dessert. With step-by-step instructions, we guide you through the process of creating this timeless classic, including tips for achieving the perfect texture and flavor. We also offer variations to suit different dietary preferences, including a gluten-free option and a vegan version, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this comforting treat.
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DARJEELING CRANBERRY, GINGER AND ORANGE TEA LOAF (FAT-FREE)
A delectable and easy Tea Loaf with aromatic and fruity flavours! The beauty of these British and Irish style Tea Loaves or Brack, is that they are nearly always fat-free, making them a tasty snack to have with an afternoon cuppa, and without the guilt! I have added ginger for a subtle kick, and I have discovered that if you soak your fruit in Darjeeling tea, it lends a wonderful flavour to the fruit, you can use any tea of your choice however. Remember to start this Tea Loaf off the night before you wish to bake it, as the fruit steeps in the tea overnight, making them plump and moist. This Tea Loaf freezes well (in slices) and it will stay fresh for a week in an airtight tin. NB: A note on ingredient conversions to US cups; The conversion rate to US cups is very dependant on what type of sugar and flour you use - there is a different rate for white flour and wholemeal flour, as there is for caster (superfine) sugar and granulated sugar. We use weights for measurements, and US cups rely on volume!
Provided by French Tart
Categories Quick Breads
Time 13h50m
Yield 12 slices, 6-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- NIGHT BEFORE BAKING:.
- Place all of the dried fruit, including the orange zest and ginger, with the sugar into a large mixing bowl, and pour over the hot tea, give it a good stir - cover with a clean tea towel and leave to steep overnight.
- BAKING THE TEA LOAF:.
- Pre-heat oven to 160C/325F/Gas Mark 3 and grease and line a 2 lb (1 kg) loaf tin.
- Add the beaten egg to the fruit mixture and mix well, then add the ground ginger.
- Gradually add the flour and stir the mixture well, ensuring there are no lumps of flour remaining.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared loaf tin and bake for 1 and 1/2 to 1 and 3/4 hours, or until the loaf is firm and a skewer comes out clean when testing.
- If the loaf appears to be browning too quickly, place on the bottom shelf and cover with a sheet of baking paper.
- Allow the loaf to cool slightly, and gently remove to a wire cooling rack.
- Store in an airtight tin for up to 1 week, or freeze slices of the tea loaf with greaseproof paper in between each slice.
- This is wonderful when buttered or toasted!
- NB: You must use HOT tea!
DATE & GINGER LOAF (4 INGREDIENTS)
Make and share this Date & Ginger Loaf (4 Ingredients) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mandy
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Add coffee to 1 cup boiling water & mix, pour over dates & soak overnight.
- Stir in flour & ginger.
- Pour mixture into a paper-lined or well-greased loaf tin & bake at 160.C for approx 45 minutes.
- Serve with butter.
DATE AND GINGER TEA LOAF
This recipe comes from Dana Jacobi, author of The Joy of Soy and recipe creator for the American Institute for Cancer Research's "Stopping Cancer Before It Starts." I haven't tried it yet, but it looks good, and I love dates!
Provided by LSUgirl
Categories Breads
Time 55m
Yield 1 loaf, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Lightly coat an 81/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2 loaf pan with canola oil spray. Set aside.
- In one bowl, combine the banana, dates, cinnamon, ginger, allspice, and maple syrup. In another bowl, combine the two flours, baking powder and salt. Set both bowls aside.
- In a large bowl, use a wooden spoon to cream the butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in the eggs. The mixture may look curdled. Stir in the dry ingredients. Blend in the banana mixture, creating a sticky, thick batter. Spoon the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing it evenly.
- Bake 35 minutes, or until the top is well-browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake rest 2 minutes in the pan, then turn out and cool it completely on a rack. If possible, wrap it in foil and set it aside for 24 hours before serving, to allow the flavors to mellow.
- If desired, slices of cake can be warmed just before serving by wrapping them in wax paper and heating in a microwave at low power for a few seconds.
- Makes 10 one-inch slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.9, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 57.6, Sodium 133.5, Carbohydrate 41.5, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 20.4, Protein 4.8
GINGER LOAF
A great copycat version of that famous coffee chain's! I have made this recipe countless times and it always turns out great!
Provided by Alegnia
Categories Desserts Cakes Spice Cake Recipes
Time 2h
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9x5-inch loaf pans.
- Combine flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream sugar and butter in a large bowl with an electric blender until light and fluffy; stir in 1 teaspoon orange extract. Mix baking soda into applesauce and stir into butter mixture. Add flour mixture and mix until batter is smooth. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into center of a loaf comes out clean, 40 to 50 minutes. Remove from pan and cool on a wire rack until cool, about 1 hour.
- Combine cream cheese, vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon orange extract in a bowl; beat with an electric mixer until well combined. Beat in confectioners' sugar gradually. Spread frosting over cooled loaves. Decorate with crystallized ginger.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2235.1 calories, Carbohydrate 352.8 g, Cholesterol 245.2 mg, Fat 86.6 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 54 g, Sodium 2461.7 mg, Sugar 268.4 g
DELICIOUS GINGER AND DATE LOAF
Extremely healthy ginger and date loaf. It freezes really well. I usualy cut it into portions and freeze them so in the morning I just grab one for lunch.
Provided by KristyRichardson
Categories Quick Breads
Time 1h
Yield 1 Loaf, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place dates, water, apple sauce and sugar in bowl in the microwave on high for 4 minutes. Add ginger and cool.
- Stir through beaten egg. Sift flours and baking powder and fold into date mixture.
- Spoon into greased loaf tin.
- Bak in a moderate oven, 180 degrees for 50 minutes.
- Cool before slicing.
LEMON GINGER LOAF
A delicious bread for brunch, or afternoon tea. The crystallized ginger adds a sweet bite to the bread.
Provided by ruth
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes
Time 3h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place ingredients except for the crystallized ginger in the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. Select dough cycle; press Start.
- At end of cycle, remove dough onto a floured board. Knead dough briefly, shape into a ball, cover and let rest for 15 minutes.
- Flatten the dough and gently knead in the crystallized ginger. Form into a loaf shape, place in a lightly greased 9x5 inch loaf pan. Cover and let rise until nearly doubled in size, about 45 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Just before baking, slash top with a razor or sharp knife. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sugar if desired.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until bottom of loaf sounds hollow when tapped. Remove bread to a wire rack to cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 29.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 195.1 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
ORANGE GINGER TEA LOAF
Make and share this Orange Ginger Tea Loaf recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Jewelies
Categories Breads
Time 55m
Yield 1 loaf
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 180°C.
- Cream together sugar and margarine.
- Add eggs, beat till light and fluffy.
- Combine dry ingredients in another bowl.
- Mix together orange juice and milk.
- Add the orange juice mixture alternately with the dry ingredients to the batter, beating till blended.
- Fold in orange rind and walnuts.
- Bake in a loaf pan about for 45 minutes or until the cake is cooked when tested with a skewer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2764.7, Fat 100.4, SaturatedFat 19.4, Cholesterol 389.1, Sodium 1833.8, Carbohydrate 423.7, Fiber 11.4, Sugar 212.7, Protein 52.9
Tips:
- Use fresh ginger: Fresh ginger has a more intense flavor and aroma than dried ginger, giving your loaf a more pronounced ginger taste.
- Grate the ginger finely: Finely grated ginger will distribute its flavor more evenly throughout the loaf.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dense loaf. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Line the loaf pan with parchment paper: This will make it easier to remove the loaf from the pan after baking.
- Bake the loaf until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This indicates that the loaf is fully baked.
- Let the loaf cool completely before slicing: This will help the loaf hold its shape and prevent it from crumbling.
Conclusion:
Ginger loaf is a delicious and versatile quick bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its warm, spicy flavor, ginger loaf is the perfect way to enjoy the flavors of fall and winter.
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