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Frosted Gingerbread Brownies

Rich, fudgy brownies infused with warm gingerbread spices and topped with creamy frosting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownies
  • 1 cup flour
  • 0.33 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ginger
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp nutmeg
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • 0.75 cup brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup molasses
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla
Frosting
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 2 tbsp milk

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking pan
  • Whisk
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven and prepare baking pan.
  2. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl.
  3. Combine wet ingredients and mix well.
  4. Blend dry and wet mixtures to form batter.
  5. Bake until set and cool completely.
  6. Prepare frosting and spread over brownies.

Notes

Adjust spices to taste for a stronger gingerbread flavor.