Indulge in the delightful world of holiday baking with our enticing Gingerbread Bars recipe collection. Experience the perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors in these delectable treats. Our comprehensive article features three unique recipes, each offering a distinct twist on the classic gingerbread flavor. From the chewy and moist Classic Gingerbread Bars to the indulgent Cream Cheese Swirl Gingerbread Bars and the delightful Gluten-Free Gingerbread Bars, you'll find a recipe to suit every taste and dietary preference. With step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and stunning photos, this article will guide you through the baking process, ensuring perfect results every time. Prepare to fill your kitchen with the warm aroma of gingerbread and create unforgettable holiday memories with your loved ones.
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GINGERBREAD COOKIE BARS
These easy gingerbread cookie bars start with sugar cookie mix, molasses and a medley of spices, and are finished with a delicious homemade cream cheese frosting.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h20m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
- In medium bowl, mix Gingerbread Bar ingredients until mixed well. Spread evenly in pan (mixture will be thick). Bake 20 to 23 minutes or until set and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 45 minutes.
- In large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1/3 cup softened butter with electric mixer on medium speed 1 to 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally, until smooth and creamy. Beat in vanilla and powdered sugar until frosting is smooth and spreadable.
- Spread frosting on top of cooled bars; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon. Refrigerate 1 hour before serving. To serve, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 140 mg, Sugar 24 g, TransFat 0 g
GINGERBREAD GRANOLA BARS
This is a twist on Playgroup Granola Bars from this site. I didn't have the stuff to make those (and we love those), so I did my own thing. They turned out great! We normally wrap them individually and freeze them, a great quick snack or breakfast on-the-go!
Provided by brewmama-4
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 56
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 9x13-inch baking sheets.
- Mix oats, flour, brown sugar, white sugar, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger in a large bowl. Stir in oil, honey, molasses, and eggs. Mix until well-combined. Pat mixture onto baking sheets using your hands.
- Bake in the preheated oven until edges begin to brown and center no longer looks glossy, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Cool for about 10 minutes; cut into bars while still warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.6 calories, Carbohydrate 32.5 g, Cholesterol 11.7 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 134.1 mg, Sugar 16.9 g
BECEL ANYTHING GOES COOKIE DOUGH FESTIVE GINGERBREAD COOKIE BARS
White chocolate, pistachio and cranberry add a splash of festive colour - and flavour to soft & chewy cookie bars.
Provided by Becel(R)
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips
Time 44m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line 13 x 9-inch (33 x 23 cm) baking pan with foil or parchment paper leaving 2-inch (5 cm) overhang; spray with cooking spray and set aside. Combine flour, baking soda and salt in medium bowl; set aside.
- Beat Becel Buttery Taste margarine with sugars in large bowl. Beat in eggs and vanilla until blended. Gradually add in flour mixture; beat just until blended. Stir in cinnamon and ginger. Spread into prepared baking pan. Combine chips, cranberries and pistachios in small bowl. Evenly sprinkle over dough; press gently.
- Bake 24 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on wire rack 10 minutes. Using foil overhang, lift out of pan and cool completely. Cut into 30 pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Cholesterol 13.1 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 155.6 mg, Sugar 11.2 g
ORANGE-GINGERBREAD CHEESECAKE BARS
A spicy, molasses-y cookie crust and topping with a creamy cheesecake filling makes for a lovely treat! I enjoy the orange-gingerbread flavor combination--but if you're not a fan, just leave out the orange zest.
Provided by Kim
Categories Desserts Cookies Gingerbread Cookie Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with enough parchment paper to have overhang on all sides. Lightly grease parchment.
- Whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, cloves, nutmeg, allspice, and salt for the gingerbread in a large bowl until combined.
- Cream brown sugar and butter in a separate bowl with an electric mixed until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract and beat until thoroughly combined. Mix in molasses.
- Add flour mixture to butter mixture in 3 separate additions, mixing only until just combined; dough will be fairly thick. Press 2/3 of the dough firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan, using floured hands to prevent sticking.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and salt for the filling in a large bowl until completely smooth and fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract and orange zest. Pour filling evenly over gingerbread crust and smooth with a spatula. Sprinkle remaining gingerbread dough over the filling and gently press down.
- Bake in the preheated oven until edges are set and the center of the cheesecake only slightly jiggles, 35 to 40 minutes. Cool completely in pan. Once cooled, remove from pan using parchment "handles" and slice into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 64.7 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 183.1 mg, Sugar 17.8 g
DOUBLE CHOCOLATE AND GINGERBREAD COOKIE BARS
We married double-chocolate chunk cookie dough and gingerbread cookie dough to create these easy, chocolaty holiday dessert bars.
Provided by By Inspired Taste
Categories Dessert
Time 1h10m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F (350°F for dark or nonstick pans).
- In medium bowl, stir together Chocolate Dough ingredients until soft dough forms. In second medium bowl, stir together Gingerbread Dough ingredients until soft dough forms.
- In bottom of ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, spoon heaping spoonfuls of Chocolate Dough 2 inches apart. Repeat with Gingerbread Dough, placing spoonfuls of dough between chocolate dough. Press dough into an even layer.
- Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely, about 45 minutes. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
GINGERBREAD PUMPKIN BARS
Make and share this Gingerbread Pumpkin Bars recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Courtly
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 50m
Yield 48 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350. Combine 1 1/2 cups of sugar, 1 cup butter and molasses in large bowl. Beat at medium speed until creamy. Reduce heat to low; add flour, baking soda and 1 t. pumpkin pie spice. Beat until well mixed. Place 3/4 cup mixture in small bowl; add oats and mix well. Set aside.
- Press remaining mixture into ungreased 15 x 10 x 1 inch jelly-roll pan.
- Combine pumpkin, 1/2 cup sugar, cream cheese, vanilla and 1 t. pumpkin pie spice in medium bowl. Beat until well mixed. Add eggs; continue beating until well mixed. Spread mixture over crust to within 1/4 inch of edge. Crumble reserved oat mixture over filling. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until topping is light golden brown. Cool completely.
- Combine powdered sugar, 1 T. butter and vanilla in small bowl. Beat at medium speed gradually adding enough half & half for desired drizzling consistency. Drizzle over cooled bars. Store bars in loosely covered container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.5, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 23.6, Sodium 82.8, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 11.9, Protein 1.4
GINGERBREAD CHEESECAKE BARS
These cheesecake bars are packed full of gingerbread flavor that gingerbread lovers won't be able to get enough of.
Provided by My Hot Southern Mess
Categories Desserts Cakes Holiday Cake Recipes
Time 4h50m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Sift together flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt for the cookie base in a bowl.
- Cream margarine and white sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add egg and beat until well combined. Stir in molasses and water. Gradually stir flour mixture into the molasses mixture. Transfer dough to a 9x13-inch pan, patting it down so it covers the entire bottom of the pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 25 to 30 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and brown sugar for the filling in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth. Add molasses, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves and stir, scraping down the sides of the bowl, until mixture is smooth. Fold in 3 cups whipped topping until well combined. Spread filling into the cooled cookie base. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until set, at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Garnish with remaining whipped topping before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.5 calories, Carbohydrate 31.2 g, Cholesterol 34.2 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 215.2 mg, Sugar 19.3 g
GINGERBREAD BARS
Provided by Lisa Zwirn
Categories Mixer Ginger Dessert Bake Fourth of July Picnic Kid-Friendly Back to School Backyard BBQ Cinnamon Potluck Molasses Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield Makes 24
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter and flour 15x10x1-inch baking sheet. Place 2 cups flour in medium bowl; transfer 2 tablespoons flour to small bowl and reserve. Add spices, baking soda, and salt to flour in medium bowl; whisk to blend. Using electric mixer, beat butter, brown sugar, and 6 tablespoons sugar in large bowl until fluffy. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time, then molasses. Add dry ingredients to butter mixture and beat to blend. Spread batter evenly in prepared pan. Sift reserved 2 tablespoons flour evenly over batter, then sprinkle evenly with remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar.
- Bake gingerbread until golden brown and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 22 minutes; cool completely in pan on rack. Cut gingerbread crosswise into 4 strips, then cut each strip into 6 pieces, forming 24 bars, each about 31/2x13/4 inches. DO AHEAD: _Can be made 2 days ahead._Store airtight at room temperature.
GINGERBREAD GRANOLA BARS
These granola bars are the perfect way to get your gingerbread fix first thing in the morning without actually eating a cookie. They get the signature gingerbread flavor from molasses in the syrup, lots of ground holiday spices and, my favorite, a couple tablespoons of candied ginger. This recipe can easily be doubled and baked in a 13-by-18-inch baking sheet; I like to do this and freeze half for later.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 50m
Yield 14 granola bars
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9-by-13-inch rimmed baking sheet with parchment and grease well with nonstick cooking spray.
- Combine the brown sugar with the oil, honey and molasses in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring often. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Toss together the oats, nuts, pepitas, dried cranberries, candied ginger, spices, wheat flour, wheat germ and 1 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Pour the honey mixture on top and toss to coat. Transfer to the prepared pan and spread evenly. Spray the bottom of a second baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray and use it to press the granola down into the pan evenly. Sprinkle the holiday sprinkles on top.
- Bake until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool completely, then remove from the baking sheet and cut into fourteen 1 1/2-by-4-inch bars. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to 2 months.
LAYERED GINGERBREAD BARS
For a truly special dessert that celebrates the season, bake a batch of these bars. The bottom layer tastes like a cookie, the middle layer features smooth buttercream and the top layer is a luscious frosting. -Patti Ann Christian, Ararat, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 28
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar. Beat in egg and molasses. Combine flour, ginger, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg and cloves; add to creamed mixture. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine sugar and flour. Whisk in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat. Transfer to a small bowl; cover and refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour., Beat in butter and extract until light and fluffy. Spread over cooled gingerbread. Cover and freeze 15 minutes., For icing, in a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, cream and butter; bring to a boil. Remove from heat; whisk in molasses, allspice, ginger and salt. Transfer to a large bowl; add confectioners' sugar and beat until smooth. Spread over buttercream layer. Sprinkle with crystallized ginger. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts :
GINGERBREAD MERINGUE BARS
For the best of both worlds, I combined my grandmother's gingerbread recipe with my aunt's special brown sugar meringue. The result? These lovable holiday-perfect bars that have become a new family tradition. -Eden Dranger, Los Angeles, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat butter and molasses until blended. Add egg yolks and egg, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in pumpkin and vanilla., In a small bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, ginger, baking powder, baking soda, allspice and salt. Gradually add to the molasses mixture. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with marshmallows, pecans and chocolate chips. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in brown sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved., Remove gingerbread from oven; spread with meringue. Bake until meringue is lightly browned, 9-11 minutes longer. Cool completely. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic exchanges
CHOCOLATE GINGERBREAD BARS
These moist bar cookies keep at room temp for a few days - let them cool completely before you dust them with confectioners' sugar. Recipe from December 2008 issue of Everyday Food magazine.
Provided by SeaChelle
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 50m
Yield 16 bars, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F Butter an 8-inch square baking pan. Line bottom with a strip of parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides; butter paper. Dust pan and sides of pan with cocoa, set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk together cocoa, flour, ginger, pumpkin-pie spice, and baking soda; set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together butter, brown sugar, molasses, egg, and sour cream until smooth. Add flour mixture; stir just until moistened (do not overmix). Stir in chocolate chips. Transfer batter to prepared pan; smooth top.
- Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes. Transfer to wire rack; let cool completely. Using paper overhang, lift gingerbread from pan. Transfer to a cutting board and cut into 16 squares. Before serving, dust bars with confectioners' sugar, if desired.
- To store, keep in an airtight container at room temperature, up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.2, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 22.4, Sodium 51.7, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 12.5, Protein 1.6
GINGERBREAD 7 LAYER BARS
The flavor of gingerbread comes through in this easy-to-assemble holiday bar using a cookie mix crust layered with vanilla chips, nuts, cranberries and coconut drizzled with sweetened condensed milk -- a twist on a classic dessert!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h50m
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
- In large bowl, stir cookie mix, butter, water and egg until soft dough forms. Press dough in bottom of pan.
- Bake 15 minutes. Pour condensed milk evenly over surface. Sprinkle white vanilla baking chips, pecans, cranberries and coconut evenly over top. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until bubbling along edges and coconut is lightly toasted. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 2 hours. Cut into 8 rows by 4 rows.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 19 g, TransFat 0 g
EASY GINGERBREAD BARS
Make and share this Easy Gingerbread Bars recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Erica S.
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 40m
Yield 48 bars
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees.
- Combine first four ingredients in large mixing bowl. Beat at medium speed until creamy.
- Add next four ingredients, reduce speed to low until well mixed.
- Press dough into un greased 15x10x1 inches jelly roll pan.
- Sprinkle with decorator sugar.
- Bake for 16-20 minutes or until lightly browned around edges.
- Cool completely. Cut into desired shapes or cut into bars.
PUMPKIN GINGERBREAD BARS (PALEO)
Make and share this Pumpkin Gingerbread Bars (Paleo) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by heatherhopecs
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 40m
Yield 16 bars, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Mix all ingredients together in a large mixing bowl.
- Put the mixture in an 8x8 baking dish, greased with coconut oil.
- Bake at 350 for 30 mins or until a toothpick stuck in the middle of the dish comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.3, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 23.2, Sodium 117.8, Carbohydrate 8.4, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 5.2, Protein 4.3
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start baking.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Sift the flour, baking soda, and salt together before adding them to the batter.
- Stir in the grated ginger, molasses, and spices until well combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Bake the bars for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bars cool completely before frosting them.
Conclusion:
These gingerbread bars are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for the holidays. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their warm, spicy flavor and gooey frosting, these bars are sure to be a hit at your next holiday party.
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