Soft Gingerbread Cookie Bars
These tender, cake-like gingerbread bars are packed with deep molasses flavor and warming spices, offering a cozy treat that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure; can be substituted with whole wheat flour.
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger Adds warmth and spice.
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds sweetness and spice.
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves Provides strong fragrant spice.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the bars rise.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened) Adds flavor and tenderness.
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed) Gives moisture and caramel notes.
- 1 large egg Binds the mixture.
- 1/2 cup molasses Key flavor component; can be substituted.
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting) For garnishing.
- 1 cup whipped cream (for serving) Adds richness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Mixing
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and molasses to the butter-sugar mixture and blend until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined.
Baking
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve with whipped cream just before serving.
Notes
These bars are great warm or at room temperature. For the ultimate experience, serve slightly warm.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 90mgSugar: 12g
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