Gingerbread Brownies
Gingerbread Brownies combine the rich, dense texture of brownies with the spicy flavors of gingerbread, perfect for the Christmas dessert menu.
Equipment
- 9x9-Inch baking dish
- Kitchen scale (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1.5 cups light brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- confectioners' sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine butter and brown sugar. Stir well.
- Mix in eggs, molasses, and vanilla.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually stir the flour mixture into the butter and egg mixture until completely combined.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is no longer jiggly. If using a 9×13-inch pan, bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Allow to cool completely before sprinkling with confectioners' sugar. Cut and serve!
Notes
For an amazing indulgent twist, try using my signature Gingerbread Spice Mix in place of the ginger and cinnamon!
Nutrition
Serving: 1gingerbread brownieCalories: 340kcal
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