Frosted Gingerbread Brownies: The Ultimate Indulgent Treat
These frosted gingerbread brownies combine the rich flavors of gingerbread with a decadent frosting, making them the ultimate indulgent treat for the holidays.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- Combine the flour, cocoa, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture.
- Spread the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes in the preheated oven.
- Allow to cool completely before frosting.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate cocoa powder.
- Optional: sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Frosted Gingerbread Brownies, Gingerbread, Brownies, Holiday Treats