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Moist Gingerbread Loaf Cake

Moist Gingerbread Loaf Cake for Cozy Holiday Moments

Delight in the flavors of Moist Gingerbread Loaf Cake, perfect for festive gatherings and cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar can substitute with brown sugar
  • 2 Eggs or flax eggs for vegan option
  • ¾ cup Molasses dark molasses enhances flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Salt omit for sodium restrictions
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon freshly ground preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger increase for bold flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg fresh is preferable
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cloves omit for milder flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Allspice optional
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can use gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder check freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda check freshness
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 2 cups Confectioners’ Sugar adjust for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract opt for pure

Equipment

  • 9-inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch loaf pan.
  2. Cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, then add molasses and mix until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Prepare the frosting by beating together cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  10. Once cool, frost the cake generously and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep butter, eggs, and cream cheese at room temperature for best results.

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