Description
A warm and comforting loaf filled with the rich flavors of ginger and molasses, swirled with creamy cheese for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup softened cream cheese
- 1 tbsp sugar (for cream cheese mixture)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for cream cheese mixture)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition, then mix in molasses until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing gently.
- In a separate bowl, mix softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, add dollops of cream cheese mixture, then top with remaining batter. Swirl with a knife.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for easy mixing. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the loaf fluffy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: ginger, molasses, cream cheese, loaf, dessert