Description
Gingerbread Brownies are a delightful fusion of classic brownie decadence and the warm, festive flavors of gingerbread. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for holiday celebrations or any time you crave something sweet. With a chewy texture and rich spices like ginger and cinnamon, these brownies are sure to impress friends and family alike. Serve them warm, dusted with confectioners’ sugar, or topped with whipped coconut cream for an irresistible treat that brings comfort and joy to every occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 ½ cups light brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter and brown sugar until well combined.
- Add eggs, molasses, and vanilla extract; stir until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed.
- Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until set.
- Cool completely before dusting with confectioners' sugar and cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (55g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider folding in chopped nuts or chocolate chips before baking. Make it vegan by substituting eggs with flax eggs or applesauce and using plant-based butter.