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Gingerbread Loaf Cake

This loaf cake is the perfect holiday dessert! It's made with (surprise!) gingerbread spices like cinnamon, cloves, and ginger, and it's topped with frosting. The cake is soft and moist, and the flavors will remind you of Christmas time and autumn time.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Bread
Cuisine American
Servings 1 Loaf Pan
Calories 3997 kcal

Ingredients
  

Wet ingredients:

  • 3 oz. vegetable oil
  • 3 tbsp flax egg
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • 4 oz. molasses
  • 1 cup water hot
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Dry ingredients:

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 3 tsp baking powder
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar light
  • 2 tbsp ginger ground
  • 2 tsp cinnamon ground
  • 1/2 tsp cloves ground
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp allspice

Frosting ingredients:

  • 3 oz. vegan cream cheese
  • 3 tbsp vegan butter softened
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • almond milk adjust if needed

Instructions
 

Let's get baking!

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare the loaf pan with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine together the wet ingredients from vegetable oil to vanilla extract. Mix them well and set them aside.
  • In a separate mixing bowl, combine together the dry ingredients until everything is incorporated; stir them into the wet mixtures until fully combined.
  • Pour the mixtures into a prepared bread pan and bake for 55 minutes or until golden brown. Allow cooling for at least 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the frosting by combining all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Mix them well until smooth.
  • Serve and drizzle with prepared frosting before slicing.

Notes

Serving Suggestions

This vegan ginger loaf cake is delicious on its own, but if you want to dress it up a bit, here are some serving suggestions:
  • Serve with a dollop of vegan whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground ginger
  • Serve with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream and a drizzle of molasses
  • For a festive touch, top with candied ginger and serve with sparkling wine

Recipe Tips

Here are some recipe tips to make sure your vegan ginger loaf cake turns out perfectly:
  • Be precise with the measurements – too much or too little of an ingredient can ruin the recipe.
  • Make sure all the ingredients are at room temperature before beginning to bake.
  • Grease the pan well so the cake doesn’t stick.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean – don’t overcook!

Storing Tips

  • They can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to 1 week. If you want to freeze it, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then place it in a freezer-safe bag. It will stay fresh for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to eat it, thaw it overnight in the fridge and then let it come to room temperature before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 3997kcalCarbohydrates: 608gProtein: 47gFat: 159gSaturated Fat: 30gPolyunsaturated Fat: 70gMonounsaturated Fat: 34gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 5421mgPotassium: 2722mgFiber: 29gSugar: 339gVitamin A: 1622IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 1355mgIron: 27mg
Keyword ginger bread, holiday vegan recipe, loaf cake, plant-based, vegetarian meal
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