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Gingerbread Brownies

Gingerbread Brownies: Warm, Fudgy Holiday Bliss

Gingerbread Brownies combine fudgy texture with festive charm, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Add richness and moisture; substitute with vegan butter for a vegan version.
  • 1.5 cups Light Brown Sugar Provides sweetness; dark brown sugar can be substituted.
  • 2 Large Eggs Contributes moisture and structure; substitute with flax eggs for a vegan version.
  • 2 tablespoons Molasses Essential for gingerbread flavor; substitute with honey or maple syrup.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances sweetness; no substitutions suggested.
  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; can be substituted with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Ginger Delivers the signature flavor; no substitutions suggested.
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon Adds warmth and spice; can mix with cloves or nutmeg.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Leavening agent; no substitutions suggested.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt Balances sweetness; table salt can be used.
  • Confectioners' Sugar For dusting before serving; optional.

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and prepare a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of melted unsalted butter with 1 ½ cups of light brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Add in 2 large eggs, 2 tablespoons of molasses, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, stirring until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of ground ginger, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of kosher salt.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients gently until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  7. Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan, dust with confectioners' sugar, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For best taste, let brownies cool and refrigerate for an hour before serving.

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