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Amazing Spiced Gingerbread Loaf Recipe (Holiday Smells)

Spiced Gingerbread Loaf with Vanilla Glaze (Holiday Baking Smells Amazing)
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This spiced gingerbread loaf is a perfect holiday treat. It fills your kitchen with warm, festive aromas and is topped with a sweet vanilla glaze. It’s easy to make and sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 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

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg until well combined.
  5. Stir in the molasses, milk, and vanilla extract until just combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. While the loaf cools, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add more milk, a teaspoon at a time, if needed to reach desired drizzling consistency.
  11. Once the loaf is completely cool, drizzle the vanilla glaze over the top.

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.

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