Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Gingerbread Honey Loaf, a delectable treat that combines the warmth of gingerbread with the natural sweetness of honey. This classic loaf is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a cozy gathering or a festive celebration. With its moist and tender crumb, aromatic spices, and a hint of zesty orange, this loaf is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Accompanying the Gingerbread Honey Loaf are two equally enticing recipes: the Honey-Glazed Gingerbread Scones, offering a delightful crunch and a burst of citrus flavor, and the Honey-Spiced Gingerbread Cookies, miniature treats that capture the essence of the holiday season. These recipes offer a delightful variety, ensuring that there's something for everyone to enjoy.
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GINGERBREAD LOAF
The best homemade gingerbread recipe. Perfectly spiced and moist this bread is the perfect breakfast or dessert for the holidays. It tastes just like Starbucks!
Provided by Kelley Simmons
Categories Breakfast
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9 x 5 loaf pan with non stick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, allspice, cloves and salt, set aside.
- In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 2-3 minutes.
- Add in the molasses and vanilla.
- One at a time add the eggs and scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- Add the dry ingredients to the stand mixer alternately with the buttermilk, stirring just until blended after each addition.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes.
- Cool in the pan for 15 minutes then remove from the loaf pan to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 341 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 24 g, ServingSize 1 serving
GINGERBREAD LOAF
Enjoy this old-fashioned ginger loaf recipe originally from Holland. This moist spicy bread smells delicious while it's baking...and slices are wonderful spread with cream cheese. The recipe makes two big loaves, so we have one to eat and one to freeze for later...or to give away. -Martina Biemond, Rosedale, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h10m
Yield 2 loaves.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In another bowl, combine the eggs, milk, syrup and oil. Stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened (batter will be thin). Pour into two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. , Bake at 325° for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 102mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
PAIN D'ÉPICES - SPICED FRENCH GINGERBREAD LOAF WITH HONEY
A French classic and one that I will me making myself from now on, having just paid a small fortune for a tiny, if delicious loaf from my local boulangerie! This is a cross between sticky ginger parkin and a gingerbread cake or a tea loaf. It is not as moist as parkin or gingerbread, but it is extremely good when spread with butter or even better, when toasted.......divine! It is also surprisingly good when served with cheese. Another idea that I discovered in a local café, is to serve it warm with a dollop of crème fraiche and a little bunch of fresh berries on top, a perfect dessert for an elegant dinner party! This improves with keeping and makes a wonderful gift for a foodie friend or hostess - wrap in cellophane and attach a ribbon with serving suggestions. If you cannot source Quatre Épices, I have a recipe on zaar to make it at home! Recipe #283280
Provided by French Tart
Categories Breads
Time 45m
Yield 1 Pain d'epices, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 180C/360°F.
- Warm the milk and then add the honey, sugar and butter stirring well.
- Put the flour, baking powder, ground ginger and quatre -épices in a mixing bowl, make a well in the middle, break the egg into it, and add the milk mixture. Mix well (or just throw the whole lot into a food processor). Add the crystallised ginger and mix well once again.
- Pour into a well buttered 23-cm loaf tin and bake for 25 minutes. Lower the heat to 150C/300F and cook for a further 15 minutes. Remove from the tin and cool on a wire rack.
- Store wrapped in clingfilm to keep it moist.
GINGERBREAD & HONEY LOAF
Make our multifunctional ginger and honey loaf cake. Enjoy with yogurt and stewed fruit for a festive brunch, or try as a teatime treat slathered with butter
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Afternoon tea, Dessert
Time 1h
Yield Cuts into 12 slices
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4 and butter and line a 900g loaf tin. Put the honey, butter and sugar in a saucepan and warm over a low heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter has melted and the sugar dissolved. Remove from the heat and pour in the milk and vanilla, then set aside to cool.
- Tip the flour into a bowl with the baking powder, spices and a pinch of salt. Add the egg, then gently fold in along with the melted butter mixture. Once combined, tip into the prepared tin, place on a baking tray, and bake for 40 mins until springy to the touch and a skewer inserted into the middle comes out clean. Leave to cool for 10 mins in the tin, then place on a cooling rack and leave to cool completely. Will keep in an airtight container for up to four days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 8 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 29 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium
TRADITIONAL GINGERBREAD LOAF
Fill your home with the smell of the holidays! This delicious gingerbread loaf dessert is freezer-friendly and makes a great gift!
Provided by Sylv
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and dust with flour or line with parchment paper.
- Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg together in a medium mixing bowl. Set aside.
- Combine milk, brown sugar, molasses, oil, applesauce, and eggs in a large bowl; mix together until well blended. Stir into flour mixture until just blended. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean, about 1 hour. Remove from the oven and let cool completely, about 15 minutes. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and store at room temperature, or freeze.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.8 calories, Carbohydrate 61.8 g, Cholesterol 48.9 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 316 mg, Sugar 27 g
HONEY GINGERBREAD
This is a wonderful cake to serve with Thanksgiving. Most people already have all the ingredients in their cupboard. It is a dense cake, somewhat like banana bread. The Honey Whipped Cream complements it perfectly! Fireweed Honey would provide a bit of butteriness to the bread A subtle difference among the ginger, but not a bad one. For a super-sweet gingerbread, you could try using Orange Blossom Honey, but you will find that the citrus aftertaste will get lost in the ginger. For something a bit different, you can try Arrowleaf Honey or Butterbean Honey. They both sweeten without being overly sweet, and do not supply a taste of their own. Great if you want just the flavor of the spices coming through
Provided by oilpatchjo
Categories Quick Breads
Time 1h20m
Yield 2 loafs, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350. Grease two 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 inch loaf pans.
- Cream together butter and 1/2 cup honey. Mix in egg In a separate bowl, blend flour, ginger, baking soda, and cinnamon.
- In a third bowl, blend remaining honey with boiling water use mixer to blend creamed honey and 1/3 dry ingredients, then 1/3 wet ingredients, alternating until all dry and wet ingredients are added.
- Turn into pans, bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, approximately 40-50 minutes.
- Honey Whipped Cream: Beat whipping cream until it starts to thicken. Add honey and vanilla. Continue beating until topping reaches desired consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.1, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 41.7, Sodium 154.4, Carbohydrate 30.1, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 19.6, Protein 2
Tips:
- Use Fresh Ginger: Fresh ginger provides a more intense flavor compared to ground ginger. Grate or mince it finely to incorporate it into the loaf.
- Cream Butter and Sugar Properly: Creaming butter and sugar together until light and fluffy is essential for a tender and moist loaf. Make sure to beat them until they are pale yellow in color.
- Gradually Add Eggs: Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will prevent the batter from curdling.
- Fold in Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the dry ingredients until just combined. Overmixing can result in a tough loaf.
- Bake at the Right Temperature: Bake the loaf at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool Completely Before Slicing: Allow the loaf to cool completely before slicing. This will help it hold its shape and prevent crumbling.
Conclusion:
The Gingerbread Honey Loaf is a delicious and aromatic treat that is perfect for the holiday season. With its warm and spicy flavors, moist texture, and golden brown crust, this loaf is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Follow these tips to ensure a successful bake, and enjoy the delightful combination of gingerbread and honey in every bite.
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