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Gingerbread Brownies: Warm Spiced Holiday Bars

These festive gingerbread brownies combine the rich, fudgy texture of classic brownies with the warm, spicy flavors of gingerbread, perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Brownie Batter
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter
  • 4 ounces Unsweetened chocolate
  • 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup Light brown sugar
  • 3 Large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 0.25 cup Molasses
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons Ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides. Grease the parchment paper lightly.
  2. In a medium saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter and unsweetened chocolate together over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and light brown sugar into the cooled chocolate mixture until combined. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and molasses until well incorporated.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt. Ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, folding gently with a spatula until just combined and no streaks of flour remain. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
  6. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
  7. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang. Once fully cooled, cut into squares and serve.

Notes

For extra festive flair, dust cooled brownies with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple lemon glaze.