Gingerbread Loaf
Gingerbread loaf is a moist, spiced quick bread, often baked in a loaf pan, featuring warm flavors from ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and molasses. It typically includes flour, sugar, butter or oil, eggs, and a liquid like buttermilk or water, and is popular in many Western cuisines, especially during the holiday season.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This loaf is generally high in carbohydrates and moderate in fat, with key nutrients coming from the spices (like ginger, which has anti-inflammatory properties) and molasses (a source of iron and minerals). A typical slice (about 60-70g) contains roughly 200-250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 48 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 290 mg |
| Iron | 2.1 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 50 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Phosphorus | 60 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.15 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.12 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.8 mg |
Per 1 slice (85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, gingerbread has a long history dating back to medieval Europe, where spices were prized and breads like this were often associated with festivals and markets. Nutritionally, the use of molasses adds a unique depth of flavor and provides small amounts of antioxidants and minerals, making it slightly more nutrient-dense than many other sweet breads.
