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Gingerbread Loaf Cake

Indulgent Gingerbread Loaf Cake for Cozy Moments

This Gingerbread Loaf Cake combines warm spices and a moist, tender texture, perfect for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Loaf Pan
  • Oven
  • food processor

Ingredients
  

For the Batter

  • ½ cups Unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 cups Granulated sugar
  • 3 large Eggs
  • ⅓ cups Molasses
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon Ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon Ground cloves
  • ½ teaspoon Ground allspice
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1 ¾ cups All-purpose flour

For the Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 oz Cream cheese room temperature
  • 2 cups Confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Gingerbread Loaf Cake

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch loaf pan, lining it with parchment paper.
  • In a stand mixer, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 4–5 minutes.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then blend in the molasses until fully incorporated.
  • Carefully add the salt, spices, baking powder, and baking soda. Mix briefly until just combined.
  • Fold in the all-purpose flour gently until just incorporated to avoid overmixing.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top, and bake for 60–65 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Prepare the cream cheese frosting by blending the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Once the cake is cool, spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting on top and create decorative swirls.

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results and avoid overmixing the batter to maintain tenderness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 6mg
Keyword cozy moments, cream cheese frosting, Gingerbread Loaf Cake, holiday baking, indulgent cake, spicy dessert
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