A moist and flavorful ginger loaf with a hint of honey and spices, perfect for any occasion.
Preheat your oven to 170°C and prepare a loaf tin by greasing it and lining it with parchment paper.
Lining the tin ensures easy removal of the loaf after baking.
In a mixing bowl, combine the plain flour, self-raising flour, bicarbonate of soda, ground ginger, nutmeg, salt, and brown sugar.
Sifting the dry ingredients helps to evenly distribute the spices and avoid lumps.
In a saucepan, gently heat the butter, honey, and hot water until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth.
Stir continuously to prevent the mixture from burning.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined to form a thick batter.
Avoid overmixing to keep the loaf tender.
Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf tin and smooth the top.
Tap the tin gently on the counter to remove air bubbles.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Check the loaf at 45 minutes and adjust the baking time as needed.
Allow the loaf to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cooling on a wire rack prevents the bottom from becoming soggy.
Slice and serve the loaf as is or with a spread of butter for extra indulgence.
This loaf pairs wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee.
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