Description
A delightful loaf combining the warmth of ginger and molasses with a creamy cream cheese swirl, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 3 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan with non-stick spray or parchment paper.
- Mix the dry ingredients: whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before the next.
- Combine the mixtures by gradually adding the dry ingredients until just combined, then fold in the molasses and grated ginger.
- Create the swirl by pouring half the batter into the loaf pan, dolloping cream cheese over, and adding the remaining batter before swirling with a knife.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, covering with foil if browning too quickly.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For best flavor, use fresh ginger and ensure cream cheese is at room temperature. Avoid overmixing to keep the loaf light.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: ginger, molasses, cream cheese loaf, baking, dessert, family recipe