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spiced gingerbread brownies

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These spiced gingerbread brownies combine rich chocolate with warm gingerbread spices, delivering a moist and flavorful dessert perfect for cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
  3. In a large bowl, combine melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract and molasses.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

For an extra festive touch, dust the cooled brownies with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and molasses.

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