Description

Indulge in the festive spirit with our Gingerbread Brownies, a delightful fusion of rich, chewy brownie texture and the warm, spicy flavors of traditional gingerbread. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home, these brownies are sure to impress your friends and family. With a simple blend of easy-to-find ingredients and quick preparation steps, you can create this scrumptious treat that evokes all the comforts of the season. Enjoy them warm with a scoop of ice cream or dusted with confectioners’ sugar for an elegant finish. These Gingerbread Brownies are not just a dessert; they’re a celebration of flavor and joy!

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (2 sticks / 227 g) unsalted butter (melted)
1 ½ cups (300 g) light brown sugar (packed)
2 large eggs (room temperature)
2 tablespoons molasses
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups (312.5 g) all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
confectioners' sugar (for dusting)

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 light brown sugar until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in molasses and vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually combine the dry mixture into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula until just mixed.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until edges are set.
Allow to 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 (50g)
Calories: 220
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For an extra layer of flavor, fold in chopped nuts or chocolate chips before baking. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days.