GINGERBREAD MERINGUE BARS

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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

1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup molasses
2 large egg yolks, room temperature
1 large egg, room temperature
1/4 cup canned pumpkin
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour
2-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
MERINGUE:
4 large egg whites, room temperature
1/2 cup packed brown sugar

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

Nokuthula Lindokuhle
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These bars are a must-try for any gingerbread lover!


Dan Rayner
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I'm definitely going to make these bars again for my next holiday party.


Liza Nichols
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These bars were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth the effort.


Elliot Nkhoma
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I had some trouble getting the meringue to spread evenly, but the bars still turned out great.


Shakeel Gebran
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These bars were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still enjoyable.


Cruelty
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I'm not usually a fan of gingerbread, but these bars were surprisingly good. The meringue topping really makes them.


Nthabiseng Sibaya
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Yum! These bars were a delight. I especially enjoyed the chewy texture of the gingerbread.


Mr King chacher
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These bars are absolutely delicious! The gingerbread is moist and flavorful, and the meringue is light and airy. I highly recommend trying them.


RAJ NARAIN
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I made these bars for my family and they were a huge success. Even my picky kids loved them!


Nabakooza Faridah
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These bars are so festive and perfect for the holidays. I love the way the gingerbread and meringue flavors complement each other.


Rana Hehz
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I've made these bars several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of chewy gingerbread and fluffy meringue is irresistible.


Tashanatyrell Tyrell
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These gingerbread meringue bars were a hit at my holiday party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.