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Indulge in the Ultimate Comfort Cake: Soft, Spiced Gingerbread

Are you tired of the same old sweet treats? Look no further! This moist, spiced gingerbread loaf is the perfect companion to your favorite vanilla ice cream or coffee. Rich with dark molasses, it’s a flavor combination that will leave you wanting more.

The Perfect Blend of Spices

To create this culinary masterpiece, you’ll need a mix of flour, dried ginger, baking soda, and other spices. The key to this recipe’s success lies in the balance of these ingredients. By combining them in just the right proportions, you’ll create a cake that’s both soft and flavorful.

The Importance of Molasses

When it comes to molasses, there are various intensities to choose from, ranging from light to blackstrap. After experimenting with different types, we found that dark molasses (also known as robust) brings out the best flavor in this recipe.

A Simple Recipe for Any Occasion

This easy-to-make loaf is perfect for any time of the year, not just the holiday season. With a total preparation and cooking time of just 1 hour and 10 minutes, you can indulge in its goodness whenever the mood strikes.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup well-shaken low-fat buttermilk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 stick), at room temperature
• 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
• 1/2 cup dark molasses, such as Grandma’s Robust
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a 9-inch-by-5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, allspice, and cloves.
3. In a separate bowl, combine buttermilk and vanilla extract.
4. Beat together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, then add molasses and eggs.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture and buttermilk mixture, alternating between the two until well combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a rack to cool completely.

Enjoy Your Delicious Gingerbread Loaf!

This soft, spiced gingerbread loaf is the perfect treat to enjoy with your favorite coffee or ice cream. With its rich, dark molasses flavor and moist texture, it’s sure to become a new favorite in your household. So why wait? Get baking and indulge in the ultimate comfort cake today!