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Easy Old Fashioned English Sticky Gingerbread Loaf Recipe

Indulge in the nostalgic warmth of this Easy Old-Fashioned English Sticky Gingerbread Loaf! The aroma alone will transport you back to cozy cottages and cherished childhood memories. This simple recipe, using minimal ingredients, delivers a deliciously sticky gingerbread that's perfect for tea time or a comforting dessert. My grandmother's secret? Thick slices slathered with butter! But it's equally divine served warm with custard or cream. Low in fat (only 2 ounces!), this recipe is a guilt-free indulgence you'll bake again and again. Get ready to experience the magic of traditional gingerbread!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 339.7 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 3.5 (8 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Easy Old Fashioned English Sticky Gingerbread Loaf

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How to Make Easy Old Fashioned English Sticky Gingerbread Loaf

  1. Pre-heat oven to 180c / 350f / gas mark 4
  2. Grease and line a 2 lb loaf tin
  3. Mix the flour with the salt, baking powder, ground ginger & raisins if using
  4. Melt the butter or margarine and add the sugar, black treacle - mixing them together very well
  5. Add the butter mixture to the flour mixture - and mix with a wooden spoon
  6. Gradually beat in the egg and milk mixture to make a smooth, thick batter
  7. Pour into the greased and lined 2 lb loaf tin and bake for about 45 minutes, or until a skewer when inserted comes out clean
  8. The gingerbread loaf should be well risen and slightly sticky to the touch, although it gets stickier the longer it is kept
  9. Slice and eat warm with butter, or leave to go cold and store in an airtight container
  10. Also wonderful served warm with custard or cream
  11. Keeps very well for a week or more

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

37g

Fat

27g

Carbs

18g

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