Gingerbread Bars
Gingerbread bars are the ultimate festive treat, combining warm spices and sweetness in every bite. Soft, chewy, and aromatic, these bars create unforgettable memories during holiday gatherings. With just the right balance of flavors, they’re perfect for sharing or enjoying with a cozy cup of tea. Whether you’re baking for a crowd or just indulging yourself, these gingerbread bars will surely become a seasonal favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar (light)
- 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, ginger, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add molasses and eggs one at a time.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth out evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
- Once cooled, whisk powdered sugar with milk for frosting; spread over bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg