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Healthy Gingerbread Loaf

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 12 slices
Calories 180
A moist and flavorful gingerbread loaf made with wholesome ingredients, perfect for holiday treats or cozy afternoons.

Ingredients

Dry ingredients

  • 2 cups spelt or whole wheat flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt

Wet ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.75 cup applesauce (unsweetened)
  • 0.5 cup molasses
  • 0.25 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil or any mild tasting oil
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Optional Glaze

  • 0.5 cup icing sugar or powdered erythritol
  • 1.5 tablespoons orange juice or water

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment and spray with cooking spray.
  • Mix dry ingredients in a bowl. In another bowl, whisk wet ingredients. Combine both gently until just mixed.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack and cool completely. Optional: glaze with icing sugar mixed with orange juice.
  • Slice into 12 pieces and serve.

Notes

Let the batter sit for 1-2 minutes before stirring again to improve texture.
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Gingerbread