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Gingerbread Brownies

Gingerbread Brownies: A Cozy Holiday Treat to Savor

Gingerbread Brownies combine chocolatey richness with warm spices, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Batter
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 cup Packed Light Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Light Molasses Avoid blackstrap molasses
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla extracts
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Ginger Ensure accurate measurement for flavor balance
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Measure carefully to avoid bitterness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder For leavening
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt Sea salt can be substituted
For Dusting
  • 1 cup Confectioners' Sugar For dusting before cutting

Equipment

  • 9×9-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Gingerbread Brownies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine melted unsalted butter and packed light brown sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add eggs, light molasses, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully incorporated, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and kosher salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles. A toothpick should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  8. After baking, cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

These brownies can be served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an elevated dessert experience.

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