Gingerbread Loaf Lemon Glaze (Printable)

Moist gingerbread loaf infused with warm spices, enhanced by a bright lemon glaze for a cozy treat.

# Ingredient List:

→ Gingerbread Loaf

01 - 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 tablespoon ground ginger
06 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
09 - 1/2 cup whole milk
10 - 1/2 cup unsulphured molasses
11 - 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
12 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
13 - 2 large eggs, at room temperature
14 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Lemon Glaze

15 - 1 cup sifted powdered sugar
16 - 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
17 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg in a medium bowl.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk milk, molasses, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
04 - Gradually add dry mixture to wet, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
05 - Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the surface evenly.
06 - Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.
07 - Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
08 - Whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice and zest until smooth and pourable.
09 - Drizzle glaze evenly over the cooled loaf and allow it to set before slicing.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This loaf manages to be both warmly spiced and refreshingly bright—like sharing your favorite comfort food and a little sunshine all in one slice
  • It's surprisingly easy to make, which turned it into a holiday staple that everyone eagerly awaits
02 -
  • Don't overmix the batter or the loaf can turn tough rather than tender—think gentle folding rather than vigorous stirring
  • Adding a bit of candied ginger brightens each bite and changes the whole dessert experience for the better
03 -
  • Using room temperature eggs helps the batter come together smoothly preventing lumps
  • The glaze being thin yet pourable is key—it's a delicate balance but it makes all the difference in the final texture and look

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