Pain d'Épices

Indulge in the warm, spiced aroma of Pain d'Épices, a traditional French gingerbread loaf sweetened with honey and dark brown sugar. Perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings, this treat pairs beautifully with tea or coffee.

• 250 g honey
• 200 g dark brown sugar
• 300 g all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 cup milk
• 100 g sliced almonds

Method

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) and grease a loaf pan.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the honey and dark brown sugar until well blended.

3. 3

   In another bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg together.

4. 4

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the honey mixture, alternating with the milk, until everything is well incorporated.

5. 5

   Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle the sliced almonds on top.

6. 6

   Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

7. 7

   Once baked, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

8. 8

   Slice and serve as a delicious snack or dessert. Enjoy!