Gingerbread Loaf: The Best Homemade Treat for Cozy Days
This Gingerbread Loaf is perfect for cozy days, combining warm spices and a rich flavor that makes for an ideal homemade treat.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup hot water
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the brown sugar, molasses, oil, and eggs until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with hot water, until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
- Serving with whipped cream or cream cheese frosting can enhance the experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Gingerbread Loaf, homemade gingerbread, cozy treats