Gingerbread Brownies
These Gingerbread Brownies combine the richness of fudgy chocolate with the warm spices of gingerbread, perfect for fall. They offer a delightful balance of flavors that will make you cozy up with every bite.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Parchment paper
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and molasses until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool in the pan for 20 minutes, then lift the brownies out using parchment paper and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice into squares and serve.
Notes
Ingredient Swaps: Substitute molasses with dark corn syrup or honey.
Add-ins: Consider adding chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit for extra flavor.
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Reheating: Warm brownies in the microwave for 10 seconds or in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5-7 minutes.
Servings: 12-16 brownies
Add-ins: Consider adding chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit for extra flavor.
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Reheating: Warm brownies in the microwave for 10 seconds or in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5-7 minutes.
Servings: 12-16 brownies