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Gingerbread Loaf

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 8 slices
Calories 250
A moist and flavorful gingerbread loaf perfect for the holidays or cozy afternoons.

Ingredients

Wet ingredients

  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1/2 cup hot water

Dry ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x5 loaf pan with parchment or grease it.
  • Mix oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. In a separate bowl, combine molasses and hot water; add to wet mixture.
  • Whisk together dry ingredients. Make a well, add wet mixture, and stir until just combined.
  • Pour batter into pan, tent with foil, and bake for 50-60 minutes. Cool before slicing.

Notes

For a moist loaf, do not overmix the batter.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Gingerbread