Description

A moist, tender gingerbread loaf infused with warm spices and dark molasses, topped with a bright and tangy lemon cream glaze. This easy one-bowl recipe is perfect for autumn baking.

Ingredients

Scale

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
½ teaspoon cloves
¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
½ cup dark or blackstrap molasses
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup heavy cream
1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
A pinch of salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, molasses, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Gently fold with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with moist crumbs.
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
While loaf cools, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
Spread glaze over the completely cooled loaf and serve.

Notes

Ensure eggs are at room temperature to prevent the melted butter from seizing. Use dark or blackstrap molasses for authentic flavor. Do not glaze the loaf while it is warm, or the glaze will melt. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 280
Sugar: 28
Sodium: 250
Fat: 10
Saturated Fat: 6
Carbohydrates: 45
Fiber: 1
Protein: 3

Keywords: gingerbread, molasses, fall baking, lemon glaze, autumn recipe, loaf cake, spice cake