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Gingerbread Cookie Bars

Delicious, soft, and chewy gingerbread cookie bars infused with warm spices, perfect for festive gatherings and family traditions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 bars
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

Batter ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened richness really shines here
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed for that deep flavor
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar a little sweetness
  • 2 large eggs the binding power
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract a cozy aroma
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour the heart of our bars
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda to give it lift
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger we like a kick
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon warmth in every bite
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves for a little spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to balance the sweetness
  • Optional: icing sugar for dusting just to make it pretty

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined.
  • Spread the batter evenly in a greased baking pan.

Baking

  • Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Once baked, allow them to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
  • Then, carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. They can also be frozen for later enjoyment. Experiment with spices and toppings for variations.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
Keyword Baking, Christmas Treats, family traditions, Gingerbread, Holiday Recipes
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