Molasses chai spiced bread is a rich, aromatic quick bread that brings together the deep sweetness of molasses with the comforting warmth of chai spices. Every slice is soft, moist, and filled with cozy flavors like cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and cloves.
Inspired by the spice blends used in traditional chai—known for combining warming spices such as cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom —this bread is perfect for cool days, holiday baking, or enjoying with a cup of tea.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Deep, rich molasses flavor
- Warm chai spices in every bite
- Soft, moist, and tender texture
- Perfect for fall, winter, or cozy baking days
Ingredients
For the Bread
- ½ cup butter, softened
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup molasses
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon ground allspice
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup boiling water
For the Chai Glaze (Optional)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon cardamom
- ¼ teaspoon ginger
- ¼ teaspoon cloves
- ¼ teaspoon allspice
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons milk (adjust as needed)
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease or line a loaf pan.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves, allspice, nutmeg, and salt.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar
In a separate large bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Egg and Molasses
Mix in the egg, then add the molasses and blend until smooth.
5. Prepare the Liquid
Stir baking soda into the boiling water until dissolved.
6. Combine the Batter
Add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with the hot water mixture.
Mix gently until just combined—do not overmix.
7. Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool
Let the bread cool in the pan for about 30 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Add the Glaze (Optional)
Whisk all glaze ingredients until smooth.
Drizzle over the cooled loaf and let it set before slicing.
Texture & Flavor
This bread is:
- Soft and moist
- Deeply flavored with molasses
- Warm and aromatic from chai spices
- Slightly sweet with a gentle spice kick
Tips for Best Results
- Use good-quality molasses for richer flavor
- Do not overmix the batter
- Let the loaf cool before glazing
- Adjust spice levels to your preference
How to Store
- Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
- Refrigerator: Keeps fresh for up to 1 week
- Freezing: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months
- Reheating: Warm slices slightly for best texture
A Cozy Baking Favorite
This spiced loaf captures everything comforting about homemade baking. The blend of molasses and chai spices creates a warm, inviting aroma that fills your kitchen and makes every slice feel special.
Molasses chai spiced bread is the perfect balance of rich sweetness and warm spice. Whether enjoyed plain or topped with glaze, it’s a comforting, flavorful treat that’s hard to resist.
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