If you are looking for a delicious and easy holiday dessert, look no further than this amazing gingerbread loaf recipe. Made with warm spices and molasses, this loaf is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 1 egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan and set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the molasses, hot water, and egg, and beat until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it and transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve slices of the gingerbread loaf with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.
This gingerbread loaf is the perfect holiday dessert. It's warm and spicy, with a soft, moist texture that's sure to please. Serve it up with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat that's sure to impress your guests.
This loaf is also incredibly easy to make, so it's perfect for those who are short on time. The batter comes together quickly, and the baking time is just under an hour. Plus, the warm, fragrant aroma of gingerbread baking in your kitchen is sure to put you in the holiday spirit.
