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Gingerbread Brownies

Gingerbread Brownies: A Cozy Festive Delight You’ll Love

Gingerbread Brownies combine the warmth of ginger with a fudgy brownie texture, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter substitute with vegan butter for a vegan version
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar dark brown sugar can deepen the taste
  • 2 large Eggs or 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water for vegan option
  • 0.5 cup Molasses honey or maple syrup can replace it
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour use gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger can experiment with nutmeg or allspice
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon consider adding ground cloves for extra depth
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher Salt regular salt can be used as an alternative

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine melted unsalted butter and light brown sugar. Stir until smooth.
  3. Crack in the eggs, add molasses, and pour in the vanilla extract, mixing until well-blended.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, and kosher salt.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Allow brownies to cool completely in the dish on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These brownies are perfect when served warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. For the best texture, avoid overbaking.

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