Ginger Cream Bars
Indulge in the cozy, spiced flavors of the holidays with these irresistible Ginger Cream Bars! Featuring a soft, molasses-rich gingerbread base infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, these bars are the ultimate treat for ginger lovers. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that adds just the right touch of tangy sweetness, each bite is a perfect balance of warmth and creaminess. Quick to prepare in just under an hour, these bars are perfect for holiday gatherings, dessert platters, or an afternoon snack with a cup of tea. Whether you're entertaining guests or treating yourself, these Ginger Cream Bars are sure to be a crowd-pleasing favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 0.75 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup molasses
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter (softened, for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and baking soda. Set aside.
In a larger bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Add the molasses, milk, and egg to the butter-sugar mixture, and beat until just combined.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until you have a smooth batter.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and bake for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the gingerbread base from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan before frosting.
To prepare the frosting, beat together the softened cream cheese and 1/4 cup of softened butter in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture, beating until fully incorporated and fluffy.
Once the gingerbread base has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top using a spatula.
Cut the frosted ginger cream bars into 12 equal pieces (or more for smaller bars) and serve.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4917 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 235.1 g | 301% | |
| Saturated Fat | 142.2 g | 711% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 864 mg | 288% | |
| Sodium | 2251 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 669.4 g | 243% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 472.2 g | ||
| Protein | 49.7 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 851 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 21.8 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 3205 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
