Ginger Molasses Cream Cheese Swirl Loaf
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Ginger Molasses Cream Cheese Swirl Loaf. Warm spices and sweet molasses create a cozy aroma, while a luscious cream cheese filling adds an irresistible twist. Perfect for breakfast or as a dessert, this loaf is sure to impress your family and friends. Bake it on a chilly afternoon, and watch as it becomes the centerpiece of your gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup dark molasses
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, ginger, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix molasses, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients; stir gently to avoid overmixing.
- Beat cream cheese with sugar until creamy; set aside.
- Pour half the batter into the pan, add dollops of cream cheese mixture, then layer remaining batter on top.
- Use a knife to swirl gently. Bake for 55–65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in nuts or chocolate chips. You can replace molasses with honey or maple syrup for a different flavor profile.