Pain d’épices, or 'spiced bread', is a traditional French honey cake with a distinctive and unforgettable charm. This dense and aromatic loaf is a harmonious blend of warm spices, star anise, ginger and cinnamon, perfectly complemented by the natural sweetness of honey. Each slice is an invitation to reminisce about comforting childhood treats, where the gentle aroma of spices filled the kitchen, evoking memories of ginger cake enjoyed on cosy afternoons.
The texture of pain d’épice is robust and hearty, not soft or fluffy like typical bread. Its rich density makes it the ideal canvas for indulgent pairings. Toasting or gently warming the loaf enhances the spices, releasing a tantalising aroma that draws you in for another bite. Whether you’re savouring it on its own or using it as a base for creative culinary combinations, this timeless French recipe is a celebration of depth and tradition.
Pain d’Épices Serving Suggestions
Foie Gras: Serve with a generous slice of foie gras for a luxurious balance of savoury and sweet.
Cheese: Pair with creamy blue cheese or aged brie for an exquisite flavour contrast.
Butter: Enjoy toasted with butter and a drizzle of extra honey for a simple, comforting treat.
Desserts: Use as a base for desserts like spiced trifles or honey-soaked bread pudding.
Drinks: Accompany with a hot cup of tea or mulled wine for a cosy indulgence.
Ingredients:Rye flour, glucose-fructose syrup, honey 15%, pearl sugar 12%, raising agents (sodium hydrogen, carbonate, disodium diphosphate), spices and flavourings.
Allergens: For allergens see in bold. Presence of gluten from rye flour. May contain traces of milk and nuts.
Storage: Cool & dry place, away from heat and humidity. After opening store in an airtight container.
Shelf life: For best before please see the packaging details.
Please note: This bread is dense and not soft in texture.
Serving suggestions: Pair with a slice of foie gras and creamy blue cheese or brie. Serve toasted with butter & a drizzle of honey. Use a base for desserts (spiced trifles or honey-soaked bread puddings) and serve with a cup of hot tea or mulled wine.
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<p>Pain d’épices, or 'spiced bread', is a traditional <a title="French" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/world-cuisines/french-ingredients">French</a> honey cake with a distinctive and unforgettable charm. This dense and aromatic loaf is a harmonious blend of warm spices, star anise, ginger and cinnamon, perfectly complemented by the natural sweetness of honey. Each slice is an invitation to reminisce about comforting childhood treats, where the gentle aroma of spices filled the kitchen, evoking memories of ginger cake enjoyed on cosy afternoons.</p>
<p>The texture of pain d’épice is robust and hearty, not soft or fluffy like typical bread. Its rich density makes it the ideal canvas for indulgent pairings. Toasting or gently warming the loaf enhances the spices, releasing a tantalising aroma that draws you in for another bite. Whether you’re savouring it on its own or using it as a base for creative culinary combinations, this timeless French recipe is a celebration of depth and tradition.</p>
<p><strong>Pain d’Épices Serving Suggestions</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Foie Gras: </strong>Serve with a generous slice of <a title="foie gras" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/foie-gras">foie gras</a> for a luxurious balance of savoury and sweet.</li>
<li><strong>Cheese: </strong>Pair with creamy <a title="blue cheese" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/specialist-cheese/french-cheese/blue-cheese">blue cheese</a> or aged <a title="brie" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/specialist-cheese/french-cheese/brie-cheese">brie</a> for an exquisite flavour contrast.</li>
<li><strong>Butter: </strong>Enjoy toasted with <a title="butter" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/larder-greengrocer/specialist-butter">butter</a> and a drizzle of extra honey for a simple, comforting treat.</li>
<li><strong>Desserts:</strong> Use as a base for <a title="desserts" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/catering-products/desserts">desserts</a> like spiced trifles or honey-soaked bread pudding.</li>
<li><strong>Drinks: </strong>Accompany with a hot cup of tea or mulled wine for a cosy indulgence.</li>
</ul> <p><strong>Origin:</strong> France</p>
<p><strong>Weight: </strong>500g</p>
<p><strong>Ingredients:</strong> <strong>Rye</strong> flour, glucose-fructose syrup, honey 15%, pearl sugar 12%, raising agents (sodium hydrogen, carbonate, disodium diphosphate), spices and flavourings. </p>
<p><strong>Allergens:</strong> For allergens see in bold. Presence of <strong>gluten</strong> from rye flour. May contain traces of <strong>milk</strong> and <strong>nuts</strong>.</p>
<p><strong>Storage: </strong>Cool & dry place, away from heat and humidity. After opening store in an airtight container.</p>
<p><strong>Shelf life:</strong> For best before please see the packaging details.</p>
<p><strong>Please note: T</strong>his bread is dense and not soft in texture.</p>
<p><strong>Serving suggestions: </strong>Pair with a slice of foie gras and creamy blue cheese or brie. Serve toasted with butter & a drizzle of honey. Use a base for desserts (spiced trifles or honey-soaked bread puddings) and serve with a cup of hot tea or mulled wine.</p>
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