Monkey Ginger Bread
Monkey Ginger Bread is a delightful and aromatic loaf that combines the warm flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and molasses. This moist bread is perfect for breakfast or as a snack, offering a unique twist with the addition of crystallized ginger. It’s easy to make and sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup chopped crystallized ginger (optional)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the molasses.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped crystallized ginger, if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg