A delightful spiced honey loaf that is moist, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Ensure the oven is fully preheated before placing the loaf inside for even baking.
Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray or butter.
Use parchment paper for easier removal of the loaf after baking.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves.
Sift the dry ingredients together to avoid lumps and ensure even distribution.
In another bowl, whisk together the milk, honey, egg, and brown sugar until smooth.
Bring the milk to room temperature to prevent the honey from solidifying.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir until just combined.
Avoid overmixing to keep the loaf tender.
Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Tap the pan gently on the counter to remove air bubbles.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Check the loaf at 45 minutes to prevent overbaking.
Let the loaf cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan to cool completely.
Run a knife around the edges of the pan to loosen the loaf if needed.
For an optional glaze, microwave 3 tablespoons of honey, 2 tablespoons of butter, and 2 teaspoons of brown sugar until melted, then drizzle over the warm loaf.
Apply the glaze while the loaf is warm for better absorption.
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