About the Recipe
Imagine sinking your teeth into a slice of pure comfort, where every bite feels like a warm embrace. Our gluten-free Gingerbread Loaf is unbelievably moist and tender, filled with the rich aroma of ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and molasses. Though secretly flourless, it delivers a texture so soft and decadent, you’ll never miss traditional flour. Each slice brings the cozy flavors of the season, making it an ideal centerpiece for a festive gathering or a quiet afternoon indulgence with your favorite cup of tea.
The magic doesn’t stop there. A luscious apple cider glaze, sweet with a subtle tang, cascades down the loaf, soaking into its tender crumb and pooling into little pockets of flavor. The glaze transforms every forkful into a balanced bite—sweet, spiced, and just a touch bright—while filling your kitchen with the nostalgic scent of the holidays. As the loaf cools and the glaze sets, you’re left with a dessert that’s as beautiful to behold as it is irresistible to taste.
Perfect for sharing with loved ones or savoring solo, this Gluten-Free Gingerbread Loaf with Apple Cider Glaze is more than a recipe—it’s an invitation to slow down, gather around, and create memories that linger long after the last crumb disappears.
Ingredients
½ cup + 1 tablespoon sweet rice flour
½ cup white rice flour
½ cup + 1 tablespoon tapioca flour
¼ cup brown rice flour
¾ teaspoon xanthan gum
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature or ½ cup oil
¾ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
½ cup whole milk, room temperature/ buttermilk
8 ounces sour cream, room temperature
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground ginger
¼ teaspoon cloves
½ teaspoon allspice
½ teaspoon nutmeg
3 eggs
¾ cup apple cider
2 tablespoons molasses
2 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
Vanilla Apple Cider Glaze
1 cup confectioner's sugar, sifted
2 tablespoons spiced apple cider
Dash of salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a loaf pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
In a medium bowl, combine the grated ginger with the remaining wet ingredients and whisk until well combined.
Combine the wet and dry ingredients in one of the bowls.
Pour the batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Sprinkle small pieces of candied ginger on top and press them gently into the batter.
Bake for 40 minutes, or until the top springs back when gently pressed or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out nearly clean.
If the loaf begins to brown before it is fully baked, cover it loosely with foil.
Cool the loaf in the pan for a few minutes, then turn it out onto a plate.
Vanilla Apple Cider Glaze
Sift confectioner's sugar into a medium bowl. Add two tablespoons of spiced apple cider, and whisk until it smooths out.
Whisk in vanilla extract and any spices, if using.
Drizzle over cooled gingerbread loaf.
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