Gingerbread Brownies
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4.9
Gingerbread Brownies
Description
The Gingerbread Brownies recipe balances bittersweet chocolate and spices in a buttery brownie base. Butter and chocolate are melted together to form a smooth, rich mixture that is sweetened with a combination of granulated sugar, brown sugar, and molasses. Spices like ground cinnamon and ginger add depth, enhancing the typical chocolate brownie flavor with warmth and complexity. The batter is baked until just set with fudgy crumbs, providing a moist but tender texture.
The brownies can be served on their own or dusted with powdered sugar for a subtle added sweetness and visual appeal. Their rich, spicy flavor profile suits cold weather or festive gatherings without relying on frosting.
For best texture, it’s important to measure flour lightly to avoid dense brownies, and to choose baking chocolate rather than chips for smooth melting. Using salted butter works, or add a pinch of extra salt if using unsalted butter. Molasses should be regular or light; avoid blackstrap, which is too bitter for this recipe.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 ounces bittersweet chocolate
- 1/3 cup molasses not blackstrap
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 egg large
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease a 9x9-inch metal baking dish; set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter and chocoalte together over low heat, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat, and whisk in molasses and sugars.
- Whisk in eggs until combined.
- Add flour, salt, cinnamon, and ginger; whisk until just incorporated.
- Pour into prepared pan.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few fudgy crumbs.
- Let cool in pan, and serve dusted with powdered sugar, if desired.
Notes
- Use salted butter or add extra salt if using unsalted butter to balance flavors.
- Choose baking chocolate over chocolate chips for proper melting and texture.
- Regular or light molasses produce the best flavor; blackstrap molasses may add undesirable bitterness.
- Lightly measure or weigh flour to prevent dense brownies—sifting or stirring before spooning into the cup helps.
- Dust with powdered sugar if desired for a simple garnish.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 219 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 219kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 146mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 191mg | 4% |
| Sugar | 29g | 58% |
| Vitamin A | 160IU | 3% |
| Calcium | 34mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.9
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