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Irresistibly Fudgy Gingerbread Brownies with Creamy Vanilla Glaze

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Create cozy winter nights with these fudgy gingerbread brownies. This recipe combines deep, spicy gingerbread flavor with a rich, dense texture, topped with a simple vanilla glaze for a festive holiday treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • For the Glaze: 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the molasses and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or by hand until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  8. Bake for 28 to 32 minutes. A toothpick inserted near the center should come out with moist crumbs attached for a fudgy texture.
  9. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  10. Prepare the glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add milk a teaspoon at a time. If too thin, add more powdered sugar.
  11. Once the brownies are completely cool, spread the vanilla glaze evenly over the top. Allow the glaze to set before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • For an extra festive look, sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon or small pieces of candied ginger over the wet glaze before it sets.
  • To achieve the fudgiest texture, slightly underbake the brownies by about 2 minutes.
  • These chewy holiday bars freeze well; cut them before freezing for easy serving later.

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