SPICY GINGERBREAD LOAF

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A simple, spicy, dense gingerbread loaf that pairs well with cream cheese frosting or whipped butter. Adapted from Joy of Cooking recipe. Makes 1 large loaf or 3 tiny loaves.

Provided by Kris9722

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 1 large loaf, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter
1 egg
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup molasses
1/4 cup sugar
1 3/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt (can be omitted if using salted butter)
1/4 cup warm water
3 tablespoons crystallized ginger (optional) or 3 tablespoons other dried fruit (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven at 350.
  • Cream first 4 ingredients.
  • Mix in the dry ingredients.
  • Add hot water and crystallized ginger and stir until just combined.
  • Pour batter into greased baking pans.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, between 30 and 45 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 10 minutes before removing from the pan.

Dylan Flores
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I would not recommend this recipe.


BobbyWxxds
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This recipe is missing some key ingredients. It doesn't include any eggs or butter.


Gil Panea
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This loaf didn't turn out well for me. I think I overmixed the batter.


Hamza Mubsheir
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I found this recipe to be a bit too dry. I think it would be better if you added more molasses or butter.


Girls D
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This loaf is a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think it would be perfect for people who like a lot of spice.


Dravan Kirkland
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I'm not a fan of gingerbread, but I really enjoyed this loaf. It's not too spicy and the molasses gives it a nice depth of flavor.


Gula Paswan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover molasses.


1ofMarie'skids
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I made this loaf for a bake sale and it sold out in minutes. Everyone loved it!


Corleen van der Walt
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This loaf is the perfect holiday gift. It's festive and delicious.


William Ramirez
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I used this recipe to make gingerbread muffins instead of a loaf. They turned out great!


Khan Abdullah
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This recipe is easy to follow and the loaf turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making it again.


Krish Booyz
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This loaf is so moist and flavorful. I couldn't stop eating it!


Tshepho Khutshwe
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I love the addition of ginger in this recipe. It gives the loaf a unique and delicious flavor.


Tanya Od
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This gingerbread loaf is the perfect winter treat. It's warm and spicy, and the molasses gives it a lovely depth of flavor.


Jessica Pitchford
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I made this loaf for a holiday party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The flavors were perfect and the loaf was so moist.


Rajib Ahmed
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it twice now and it's always a hit. The loaf is moist and flavorful, and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Layma Jim
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I'm not usually a fan of gingerbread, but this loaf was surprisingly delicious. The spice blend was perfect and the loaf was moist and flavorful.


hacker Garza
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This gingerbread loaf was a hit with my family! It had the perfect balance of spices and sweetness. I'll definitely be making it again soon.


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