Vegan Gingerbread Loaf

Gingerbread doesn't have to only be for Christmas. This healthy cake comes together quickly and tastes great.

 2 cups spelt flour
 1 tbsp cinnamon
 1 tbsp ginger
 2 tsp baking soda
 1 tsp allspice
 ½ tsp salt
 1 cup maple syrup
 2 cups milkof choice
 ¼ cup ground flaxseed
 2 tbsp white vinegar
 ½ cup molasses
 ½ cup raisins

What are we cooking today?
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So simple and full of spicy goodness, this vegan gingerbread loaf will make your house smell amazing.

Getting started
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Preheat oven to 180C.

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Line a 23x13cm (9x5inch) baking tray.

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Mix the maple syrup, white vinegar, molasses, and milk with the flax seed in a deep bowl and let the flax thicken for minimum 10 minutes.

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Whisk the dry ingredients in another bowl.

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Combine the wet and dry ingredients.

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Pour into the prepared baking tray.

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Bake for 50 minutes.

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Turn off the heat without opening the door and leave the loaf in the oven for an extra 10 minutes.

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Take out and let cool.

Annabelle's tips
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For better taste and texture, leave overnight.

For a little added decadence, once cooled, sift a small amount of icing sugar on the loaf.