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Classic Gingerbread (Pain d'épices)
A fragrant, moist French gingerbread loaf perfect for the holidays. Made with a blend of warm spices, almond flour, honey, and candied orange peel, then finished with a glossy orange marmalade glaze and decorative spice accents.
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Critical Success Points
- • Infusing the milk with star anise and cinnamon
- • Adding the eggs to achieve a smooth batter
- • Incorporating the warm infused milk without curdling
- • Baking time and checking doneness with a knife
- • Glazing with warm orange marmalade for shine
Safety Warnings
- • Milk and honey become very hot; handle with care to avoid burns.
- • Use oven mitts when handling the hot loaf and pan.
- • The glaze is hot; brush away from face.
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