Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/2 cups (300g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons (10g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Ground ginger: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Ground cloves: 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g)
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g)
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1/2 cup (1 stick, 113g)
- Large egg: 1
- Buttermilk: 1 cup (240ml)
- Grated apple: 1 medium (1 cup, 120g)
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and egg. Add the buttermilk and grated apple.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250 per slice
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Soft and moist crumb
- Rich gingerbread flavor with hints of apple
- Aromatic spices
- Golden brown crust
User Comments:
- "This loaf is the perfect combination of sweet, spicy, and fruity. It's a crowd-pleaser for sure!"
- "I love how easy this is to make. It's a great quick bread for a busy weeknight."
- "The gingerbread flavor is really unique and delicious. It's a nice twist on the classic apple loaf."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To ensure a moist loaf, do not overmix the batter.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk.
- For a more intense gingerbread flavor, use dark molasses instead of granulated sugar.
