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Gingerbread Brownies

Irresistibly Chewy Gingerbread Brownies for Cozy Nights

These Gingerbread Brownies blend warm spices and rich chocolate for a festive dessert that brings holiday cheer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Brownie Batter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1/4 cup molasses dark
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour gluten-free blend optional
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder ensure fresh
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips semi-sweet or dark
  • 1/2 cup nuts chopped pecans or walnuts

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Mix the melted butter and brown sugar in a large bowl until smooth, then add eggs, molasses, and vanilla and blend until glossy.
  3. Whisk together flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, and kosher salt in a medium bowl until combined.
  4. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.
  6. Allow the brownies to cool in the pan on a wire rack, then dust with confectioners' sugar and cut into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Avoid overmixing to maintain chewy texture.

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