Copycat Starbucks Gingerbread Loaf recipe is great for the holidays (2024)

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By Tara Noland on | Updated | 29 Comments

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You can now have a Copycat Starbucks Gingerbread Loaf in the comfort of your home and long after it is gone from the store. I had made this recipe to share on AllFreeCopyCatRecipes a few years ago and have never shared it with you.

Make this delicious loaf and serve it with our Copycat Starbucks Caramel Macchiato too! Want more gingerbread recipes? Try our Festive Gingerbread Cupcakes too!

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I was going through the drive thru the other day and saw it on their menu and thought hey, I have made that delicious Gingerbread Loaf before and I don’t think it is on my site either!! I had to change that!! So here is this delicious loaf!!

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This would make a great hostess gift with a little coffee from you know where!! Happy Holidays!! Enjoy!!

The Recipe

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Copycat Starbucks Gingerbread Loaf

Yield: 4 mini loaves

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

You can now have this delicious loaf at home, Copycat Starbucks Gingerbread Loaf.

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cloves
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1/2 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup apple sauce
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Frosting

  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 3 cups icing sugar
  • Candied ginger, chopped in small squares

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease four mini loaf pans 6x3x2" with cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl whisk together the dry ingredients. Set aside. In the bowl of a standup mixer with a paddle attachment cream butter and sugars together. Add eggs one at a time and mix well. Add the apple sauce and sour cream. Add the flour mixture slowly mixing well.
  3. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30 min. or until a cake tester comes out clean.
  4. Cool for 5 minutes and then remove from pan, cool completely on racks.
  5. For the frosting, beat the cream cheese with a hand mixer until soft and light. Add the vanilla and slowly add 1/2 cup of icing sugar at a time and blend in. Spread the icing on top of the cakes and decorate with the candied ginger.

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  1. Cindy says

    Hi, can I make it in mini loaves???? TY

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    • Tara Noland says

      The recipe is actually for mini loaves, so yes!

      Reply

  2. Jody says

    Can you freeze the frosted loaves?

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  3. Danny Huyghue says

    Just the comfort food I can offer family during lockdown to lighten the mood.

    I rarely bake, but three cups confectioners sugar sounds like a lot for frosting. Guess it readily reduces, without making things ridiculously sweet like cane sugar.

    Thanks for awesome recipe.

    I LIVE for this each year at Starbucks.

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    • Tara Noland says

      Yes, confectioner’s sugar does reduce down a lot. Usually, you use 4 cups for recipes so this one is even less.

      Reply

  4. Jacinta Ruth says

    Can small bits of candied ginger also be added to the batter? Thank you for your time!

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    • Tara Noland says

      Yummy, sounds like a good idea!!

      Reply

      • Jacinta Ruth says

        How much of the candied ginger bits would you suggest to add to the batter?
        Thank You for your time !

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        • Tara Noland says

          I think 1/2 cup would be nice, if you think that is too much start with 1/3.

          Reply

  5. Cathi Crismon says

    Oh my goodness! This looks absolutely delicious. My mind in spinning right now trying to figure our how to make it vegan. 😉

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    • Tara Noland says

      I don’t use self-rising flour Judy but if you feel confident then use it. It is flour with those two additions so I would think it would work.

      Reply

  6. Sos carina says

    I did this today for my mother and grandma and they both loved it! Thanks for the recipe darling!?

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    • Tara Noland says

      You are so welcome, thanks for taking the time to tell me!! So glad everyone enjoyed it!

      Reply

  7. Charlotte says

    Can I bake this recipe in a regular size loaf pan ?

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    • Tara Noland says

      Yes, you can bake 4 small ones or one large.

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      • Jan says

        Same temp & time?

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        • Tara Noland says

          Same temp and probably 45-50 min. but test it to see if it is done.

          Reply

  8. Deanna Samaan says

    This sounds so good! It looks better than Starbucks!

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      Thank you so much Valerie!

      Reply

  9. Susie Gall says

    YUM!! I can’t wait to try this recipe – really beautiful!!

    Reply

    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      Thanks so much Susie!

      Reply

  10. KC the Kitchen Chopper says

    That one photo is a keeper. No need for more. Looks luscious!

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    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      Thank you so much KC!

      Reply

    • Noshing with the Nolands says

      Thank you Linda!

      Reply

Copycat Starbucks Gingerbread Loaf recipe is great for the holidays (2024)

FAQs

What are the ingredients in Starbucks gingerbread loaf? ›

ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], APPLE SAUCE [APPLES, WATER, ASCORBIC ACID ADDED FOR COLOR RETENTION], SUGAR, EGGS, BROWN SUGAR, BUTTER [CREAM, NATURAL FLAVOR], ICING SUGAR [SUGAR, CORNSTARCH], WATER, BUTTERMILK [NONFAT MILK, DRY BUTTERMILK, ...

Did Starbucks discontinue gingerbread loaf? ›

A few years ago, the classic loaf was discontinued, but they did bring it back and now offer it seasonally.

Is the gingerbread loaf at Starbucks good? ›

The bread alone can be somewhat dry, but if add more icing. I think you just needs that icing surround. around the whole thing. I don't know how you would do that, but I'm gonna give it an 8.4.

What's in Starbucks holiday blend? ›

This coffee was created for celebrations and gatherings. We combined bright, lively Latin American and smooth, earthy Indonesian beans and roasted them to bring out their full flavors. Layered, balanced and sweet with herbal and maple notes. Enjoy it anytime you want to take in the season.

Does Starbucks have a gingerbread syrup? ›

Gingerbread Syrup 375ml | Starbucks.

What flavor is Starbucks discontinuing? ›

Starbucks Is Discontinuing Its Signature Raspberry Syrup.

Will Starbucks bring back gingerbread? ›

The Gingerbread Latte was a fixture on Starbucks' holiday menu for nearly two decades before it was discontinued in 2019. But now gingerbread is back with the new Iced Gingerbread Oatmilk Chai, and the original Gingerbread Latte will be available as well.

What does Starbucks gingerbread taste like? ›

Enjoy the flavors of freshly baked gingerbread with this festive coffee. Aromas of cinnamon and clove and a note of sweetness are blended with our lightest roast for a heartwarming treat. From velvety and rich vanilla to nutty and toasty hazelnut, Starbucks® Flavored Coffees are perfect for everyday enjoyment.

Why is there no Gingerbread Latte at Starbucks? ›

Starbucks' Gingerbread Latte was released in 2000 and was a staple on the menu for nearly 20 years. However, it was discontinued in 2019, syrup and all, so you couldn't even customize an existing drink to taste similar.

Does Starbucks still sell red velvet loaf? ›

As for the winter 2024 food menu, Starbucks will be bringing back its fan-favorite red velvet loaf while also adding two new items to its bakery shelves: potato, cheddar and chive bakes and the vanilla bean custard Danish.

Is Starbucks pumpkin loaf year round? ›

Returning seasonal bakery items include the Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin and the Owl Cake Pop, as well as the popular Pumpkin & Pepita Loaf, which is available year-round.

Is Starbucks gingerbread vegan? ›

Gingerbread Lattes

The standard Gingerbread Latte can be ordered vegan by removing the whip and opting for one of the many non-dairy milk alternatives. At the same time, the Oleato Gingerbread Oatmilk Latte is totally vegan as-is!

What is gingerbread dough made of? ›

For making the gingerbread house dough, you will need the following ingredients: flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, unsalted butter, light brown sugar, molasses, an egg and vanilla extract.

What is gingerbread cake made of? ›

In a large mixing bowl, cream together sugar and butter until smooth and light. Add the egg and molasses then mix well. In a separate bowl, mix the dry ingredients together: flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt. Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir to combine.

What are the ingredients in Monin gingerbread? ›

Sugar, water, natural flavouring, acid: citric acid, natural cinnamon flavouring with other natural flavourings, colour: E150a, preservative: E202.

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