Gingerbread Brownies Recipe
These Gingerbread Brownies offer a delightful twist on traditional brownies by combining classic gingerbread spices with a rich, fudgy texture. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy treat, they feature molasses, ground ginger, and cinnamon for a warm, spicy flavor balanced by sweet brown sugar and a dusting of confectioners’ sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 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
Dry Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups (312.5 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Finishing
- Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the brownies after baking.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and light brown sugar until fully blended and smooth.
- Add eggs and flavorings: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, then add the molasses and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is homogeneous and smooth.
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, and kosher salt to ensure even distribution of spices and rising agents.
- Mix dry into wet: Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients gently, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the batter.
- Bake the brownies: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. The brownies are done when the edges are set but the center is still slightly soft to the touch.
- Cool and finish: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, dust the surface with confectioners’ sugar and cut into squares before serving.
Notes
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature to help create a smooth batter.
- Do not overmix the batter after adding flour to keep the brownies tender.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleaner edges.
- Check for doneness at 30 minutes by inserting a toothpick; it should come out with a few moist crumbs.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For a richer flavor, you may brown the butter before melting it.
Keywords: Gingerbread Brownies, Holiday Brownies, Spiced Brownies, Gingerbread Dessert, Molasses Brownies, Festive Treat
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