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Gingerbread Loaf with Orange Icing

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A warm, spiced gingerbread loaf topped with a bright orange icing, perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2/3 cup unsulphured or dark molasses
  • 3/4 cup hot water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/3 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons orange juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease an 8×4 or 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Mix together the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Combine molasses and hot water until smooth.
  4. Cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, then add the egg and vanilla.
  5. Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  6. Bake in the oven for 50 to 60 minutes.
  7. Cool the loaf in the pan for 1 hour before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Make the icing by whisking together confectioners’ sugar and orange juice.
  9. Drizzle the icing over the cooled loaf.

Notes

Serve slightly warm with butter or allow to cool completely. Pairs well with coffee or savory dishes.

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