Starbucks Gingerbread Loaf
INGREDIENTS
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for the loaf:
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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3/4 teaspoon ground cloves
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2 1/4 teaspoons ground ginger
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon orange extract, or 1/4 teaspoon orange oil (I used Boyajian Pure Citrus Orange Oil)
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1 egg at room temperature
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1 cup natural applesauce
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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for the frosting:
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1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla paste
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1/2 teaspoon orange extract or 1/8 teaspoon orange oil (I used Boyajian Pure Citrus Orange Oil)
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2 1/2 cups confectioner's sugar
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chopped candied ginger or candied orange peel for garnish (optional - see Carol's notes below)
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