Delicious and Moist Spice Loaf Recipe

This moist and aromatic spice loaf recipe has been passed down through generations in our family. Grandma Emma's recipe will fill your kitchen with warm and cozy flavors that will transport you back to grandma's house. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack with your afternoon tea, this spice loaf will surely become a favorite in your household too.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup raisins or chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
3. Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
6. Fold in raisins or chopped nuts, if desired.
7. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Slice and serve the spice loaf as is, or with a pat of butter for an extra indulgence.

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