Spicy Gingerbread Loaf

Warm up your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of this Spicy Gingerbread Loaf, a cozy twist on a classic holiday treat. Bursting with festive spices like ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, this moist and flavorful loaf takes it up a notch with a hint of cayenne pepper for a subtle kick. A mix of molasses and brown sugar gives it a deep, rich sweetness, while its perfectly tender crumb comes together effortlessly with just 15 minutes of prep time. Whether served warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or paired with a dollop of whipped cream, this easy-to-make gingerbread loaf is sure to become a seasonal favorite for gatherings or quiet winter evenings. Perfect for Christmas baking, holiday brunches, or as a giftable homemade treat, this recipe will fill your home with warmth and cheer.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cups brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cups molasses
• 1 unit large egg
• 0.5 cups milk
• 0.5 cups boiling water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Mix in the molasses until fully combined, followed by the egg. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Step 5

Turn the mixer to low speed and alternately add the dry ingredients and milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 6

Slowly pour in the boiling water and stir gently until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin, which is normal.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the gingerbread loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Optionally, top with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(975.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2921.1

Total Fat 106.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 455.3mg	0%
Sodium 2684.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 462.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 272.2g
Protein 36.8g	0%

Vitamin D 94.7IU	0%
Calcium 729.7mg	0%
Iron 21.3mg	0%
Potassium 3126.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.5%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 62.5%