Description
Gingerbread Brownies combine the warmth of classic gingerbread spice with the rich decadence of brownies, creating an irresistible treat for the holiday season or any time you crave a sweet dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup molasses
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
- Dried fruits (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
- Whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves in a large mixing bowl.
- Blend together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and glossy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Include the vanilla extract and molasses.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently until just combined; add nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and tap lightly to remove air bubbles.
- Bake for about 25 to 30 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Optional add-ins like nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruits can enhance the flavor and texture of the brownies. Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of ice cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg