Dessert

Clementine Ginger Quick Bread Recipe

BySophie Carsel December 15, 2025December 15, 2025

Introduction

This Clementine Ginger Quick Bread is a delightful combination of zesty citrus and warming ginger, perfect for a cozy snack or breakfast treat. Moist and flavorful, it’s quick to prepare and sure to impress with its fresh, bright taste.

A rectangular loaf cake with a golden brown top crust that has a rough texture and a large crack running across the middle, revealing a soft, moist, bright yellow interior. The edges of the cake are slightly darker brown, showing a well-baked finish. The loaf rests on a light wooden cutting board that contrasts with the warm colors of the cake. The photo taken from above clearly shows the uneven yet inviting surface of the cake. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

10 Clementines
3/4 cup Heavy Cream
1 tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract
2 cups All-Purpose Flour
1/4 teaspoon Baking Powder
1/4 teaspoon Baking Soda
1/4 teaspoon Salt
120 grams Unsalted Butter
1 cup Granulated Sugar
2 tablespoons Fresh Ginger, grated
2 Large Eggs

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Butter and flour a 5×9-inch loaf pan.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the grated fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon of clementine zest, unsalted butter, and 3/4 cup granulated sugar. Beat on medium speed until creamy.
Step 3: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Step 4: In a separate bowl, juice 1/4 cup plus 2/3 cup of the clementines. Segment the remaining clementines and set aside 1/2 cup of the juice.
Step 5: Stir the heavy cream and vanilla extract into the clementine juice mixture.
Step 6: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Reduce mixer speed to low and alternate adding the flour mixture and the cream mixture to the butter mixture in three additions, beginning and ending with the flour.
Step 7: Gently fold in the clementine segments.
Step 8: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Step 9: Bake for 55 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 10: While the bread bakes, bring the reserved 1/2 cup clementine juice and 1/4 cup granulated sugar to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes to make the syrup.
Step 11: Remove the bread from the oven and poke holes all over the top using a skewer.
Step 12: Brush the warm clementine syrup over the top of the bread. Transfer the loaf pan to a wire rack and let cool completely.
Step 13: Slice and serve.

Tips & Variations

Use room temperature butter and eggs to help achieve a smooth, creamy batter.
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg along with the ginger.
If fresh ginger is unavailable, you can substitute with 1 teaspoon of ground ginger.
Try adding chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra texture.

Storage

Store the quick bread wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep it in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat slices gently in a toaster oven or microwave before serving.

How to Serve

A single rectangular loaf cake with a golden brown crust lies flat directly on a wooden cutting board, with a large crack running through the middle from left to right, showing a soft, light yellow inside texture. The crust has darker brown, slightly raised spots and a rough surface texture. The cake edges are rounded with a firmer, deeper brown color, contrasting the bright yellow interior visible in the crack. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use mandarin oranges instead of clementines?

Yes, mandarin oranges can be used as a substitute since they have a similar sweet and tangy flavor that works well in this bread.

Is this bread gluten-free?

This recipe uses all-purpose flour, which contains gluten. To make it gluten-free, substitute with a gluten-free flour blend that is suitable for baking, and adjust the liquid as needed.