Spiced Honey, Orange & Ginger Loaf

At a glance

·        Prep time: 15 minutes

·        Cook time: 40–45 minutes

·        Makes: 1 loaf, around 10 slices

Ingredients

For the loaf

·        180 g plain flour

·        1 teaspoon baking powder

·        1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda

·        1 teaspoon ground ginger

·        1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

·        A pinch of salt

·        120 g unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly

·        120 g runny honey

·        80 g soft light brown sugar

·        2 large eggs

·        Finely grated zest of 1 large orange

·        2 tablespoons orange juice

·        1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the optional glaze

·        2 tablespoons runny honey

·        1 tablespoon orange juice

Method

1.      Heat the oven to 170°C, or 150°C fan. Line a 900 g loaf tin with baking parchment.

2.     In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, ginger, cinnamon and salt.

3.      In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, honey, brown sugar, eggs, orange zest, orange juice and vanilla until smooth.

4.     Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Fold gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.

5.      Spoon the batter into the lined tin and level the surface.

6.     Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.

7.      If glazing, warm the honey and orange juice together until runny. Brush over the warm loaf.

8.     Leave in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool.

Serving suggestion

Enjoy warm with butter, or serve with Greek yoghurt and an extra drizzle of honey for an easy dessert.

Storage

Store airtight for up to 4 days. This loaf freezes well for up to 2 months.

Allergens: Contains gluten, milk and egg.