Best 2 Ginger Cream Bars Recipes

Indulge in a delightful journey of flavors with our tantalizing Ginger Cream Bars! Prepare to be captivated by the harmonious blend of zesty ginger and silky smooth creaminess in these delectable treats. Our carefully curated collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit every taste and dietary preference. Embark on a culinary adventure as you explore our classic Ginger Cream Bars bursting with traditional flavors, our Gluten-Free Ginger Cream Bars catering to those with dietary restrictions, and our Vegan Ginger Cream Bars delighting those who embrace a plant-based lifestyle. Each recipe promises a unique taste sensation, ensuring an unforgettable experience with every bite.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

GINGER-CREAM BARS

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I rediscovered this old-time recipe recently and found it's everyone's favorite. Even 4-year-olds have asked for these frosted bars as nursery treats. -Carol Nagelkirk, Holland, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 5 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon ground cloves
1 tablespoon ground ginger
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup molasses
1 cup hot brewed coffee
FROSTING:
1/2 cup butter, softened
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Chopped nuts, optional

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter and granulated sugar. Sift together flour, salt, baking soda and spices; add to creamed mixture. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition, and molasses. Blend in coffee. Spread in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. , Bake 20-25 minutes. Cool. For frosting, cream butter and cream cheese; add confectioners' sugar and vanilla. Spread over bars. If desired, top with nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 126mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GINGER CREAM BARS

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This is a requested recipe that I haven't tried. The amount of cloves seems high, but I have posted it just as it was. If I do make them, I would cut that amount down considerably.

Provided by pies and cakes and

Categories Low Protein

Time 45m

Yield 5 dozen bars, 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 cup sugar
1 cup softened margarine
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon ginger
1 tablespoon clove
2 eggs
1/2 cup light molasses
1 cup brewed hot coffee
1/2 cup margarine, softened
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 -4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
chopped nuts (optional)

Steps:

Cream the sugar and margarine. Sift together the flour, salt soda and spices. Add to creamed mixture. Add eggs, molasses and finally coffee.
Spread batter in a 15x10x1 pan, and bake at 350* for 20-25 minutes.
Cool completely.
For frosting, cream the margarine and cream cheese. Add sugar to desired consistency. Add vanilla and mix till creamy.
Spread frosting over bars.
Top with chopped nuts if desired.

Tips:

Use fresh ginger: Fresh ginger has a more intense flavor than ground ginger, and it will give your cream bars a more authentic taste.
Grate the ginger finely: This will help the ginger to distribute evenly throughout the cream bars.
Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the cream bars tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Bake the cream bars until they are set: The cream bars are done baking when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cream bars cool completely before frosting: This will help the frosting to set properly.

Conclusion:

Ginger cream bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover ginger. With their soft and creamy texture and their zesty ginger flavor, these cream bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.