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Old-Fashioned Spiced Gingerbread Loaf

Old-Fashioned Spiced Gingerbread Loaf

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Whether you’re serving thick slices with morning coffee or sharing it with loved ones during the holidays, this old-fashioned gingerbread loaf delivers comfort in every bite. It’s the perfect recipe for creating new memories while honoring the timeless tradition of home baking.

  • Total Time: 65-75 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup molasses
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon cloves
  • 1/2 ginger
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda, dissolved in 1 cup boiling water
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 well-beaten eggs

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 F.
  2. Lightly grease a loaf pan with butter, shortening, or non-stick baking spray. Set aside.
  3. Sift together the flour, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger. Set aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the shortening and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add the well-beaten eggs and incorporate into the mixture.
  6. Add the molasses and incorporate into the mixture. Set aside the batter.
  7. Combine the baking soda with the boiling water and stir well to dissolve.
  8. Beat 1/3 of the sifted flour mixture into the batter until just combined.
  9. Next, beat in 1/2 cup of the boiling water and baking soda mixture.
  10. Repeat with another 1/3 of the sifted flour, followed by the remaining boiling water, and finally, the last of the sifted flour.
  11. Transfer the batter to the loaf pan. Tap the pan firmly on your countertop to release any air bubbles.
  12. Bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  13. Cool for 30 minutes before turning out onto a cooling rack.

Equipment

  • Author: Recipe Rewind
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45-55 minutes
  • Category: Holiday
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 245
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 285mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Find it online: https://recipe-rewind.com/old-fashioned-spiced-gingerbread-loaf/

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