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Gingerbread Loaf Swirled with Cream Cheese Filling

Gingerbread Loaf Swirled with Cream Cheese Filling

Imagine sinking your teeth into a slice of heaven – a perfectly moist gingerbread loaf with a tantalizing cream cheese swirl that promises to transform your ordinary baking routine into an extraordinary culinary experience. This isn't just another holiday recipe; it's a decadent journey of warm spices, rich molasses, and creamy cheese that will have your kitchen smelling like a bakery and your taste buds dancing with delight. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a curious home cook, this gingerbread loaf is about to become your new obsession!

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 60 mins
Total Time: 80 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 loaf

Ingredients

  1. 2 cups all-purpose flour
  2. 1 tsp baking soda
  3. 1 tsp ground ginger
  4. 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  5. 1/2 tsp ground cloves
  6. 1/2 cup brown sugar
  7. 1/2 cup molasses
  8. 1/2 cup buttermilk
  9. 1/2 cup cream cheese
  10. 1/4 cup sugar (for filling)
  11. 1 egg

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves until well combined. Set aside.
  3. In a separate large mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, molasses, and buttermilk. Mix thoroughly until sugar is dissolved.
  4. Crack the egg into the molasses mixture and whisk until fully incorporated and smooth.
  5. Gradually fold the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. For the cream cheese filling, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and egg together in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
  7. Pour half of the gingerbread batter into the prepared loaf pan. Dollop the cream cheese filling over the batter, then top with remaining gingerbread batter.
  8. Use a knife to create swirl patterns by gently dragging the blade through the batter and filling.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then lift out using parchment paper and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Once cooled, slice and serve. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Tips

  1. Room Temperature Matters: Ensure your ingredients like eggs, buttermilk, and cream cheese are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better texture.
  2. Don't Overmix: When combining wet and dry ingredients, mix just until incorporated to keep the loaf tender and light.
  3. Swirl Technique: For beautiful marbling, use a butter knife and make gentle figure-eight movements when creating the cream cheese swirl.
  4. Check for Doneness: Use the toothpick test – it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs when the loaf is perfectly baked.
  5. Cooling is Crucial: Allow the loaf to cool completely before slicing to help it set and prevent crumbling.
  6. Storage Tip: Wrap the cooled loaf in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container to maintain moisture and freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 250kcal

Carbohydrates: 38g

Protein: 4g

Fat: 9g

Saturated Fat: 5g

Cholesterol: 35mg

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