Description
Gingerbread Cookie Bars are the ultimate holiday dessert, combining the rich flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a soft, chewy treat. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights at home, these bars fill your kitchen with warm aromas and are easy to whip up. Top them with a simple icing for an extra touch of sweetness or enjoy them plain. Whether served warm or at room temperature, they are sure to delight friends and family during the holiday season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before frosting if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg