Dark Brown Sugar Buttermilk Spice Loaf

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Prep Time15

Cook Time1 10

Cool Time20

Total Time1 45

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Servings:

Calories: 241kcal

Author: Beat Bake Eat

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup + 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, packed
1/2 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon fine salt
2 tablespoons spices, total (varying greatly depending on personal preference and type of spice used, read recipe notes)
3 eggs, room temp
1/2 cup buttermilk, room temp
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
Pinch of coarse sugar (or granulated sugar), for sprinkling

Preheat the oven to 325°F.
To a large bowl add the butter, dark brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and spices.
Using a whisk or an electric mixer, cream until fluffy, about 3 - 4 minutes.
Beat in the eggs - make sure they are fully incorporated.
Add the buttermilk and mix slowly until blended - this will prevent it from splashing out (the butter may curdle; this is normal).
Add the flour and mix until fully incorporated, but do not overmix.
Line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
Transfer the batter to the pan and smooth the top into an even layer.
Sprinkle the top with a pinch of coarse sugar (or granulated sugar).
Bake for 68 - 70 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with very few crumbs.
Cool in pan for 10 minutes.
Transfer to a wire rack to cool for another 10 - 15 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm or cooled completely.

The spices I used:

The flavor was strong but pleasant. In my opinion, some will find these amounts too spicy and some will think it’s just right, so adjust accordingly.

If you prefer a mild flavor, cut these amounts in half.

Calories: 241kcal