Triple Ginger Bars
Indulge in the warm, spiced decadence of Triple Ginger Bars, a dessert that takes ginger lovers to new heights of flavor! These rich, chewy bars feature three forms of ginger—ground, fresh, and crystallized—creating a symphony of spice that’s perfectly balanced by the sweetness of molasses and brown sugar. Each bite offers a medley of textures, from the smooth, buttery crumb to the pleasantly chewy bits of crystallized ginger. With a quick 15-minute prep time and a simple one-bowl mixing technique, this ginger-infused treat is as easy to make as it is irresistible. Serve them dusted with powdered sugar for an elegant touch, and enjoy as a festive holiday snack, cozy dessert, or spicy companion to your favorite cup of tea. Perfect for spiced dessert fans, these bars deliver big flavor in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams brown sugar, packed
- 80 ml molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 180 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
- 50 grams crystallized ginger, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and whisk in the brown sugar and molasses until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a small bowl, whisk the egg and vanilla extract together. Gradually add this mixture to the slightly cooled butter-sugar mixture, whisking continuously to combine.
In a larger mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, baking soda, and salt.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the grated fresh ginger and chopped crystallized ginger, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan and onto a cutting board.
If desired, dust the top with powdered sugar before slicing into 12 bars. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2712 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 105.7 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.4 g | 297% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 441 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 1410 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 429.6 g | 156% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 283.6 g | ||
| Protein | 26.5 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 498 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 2128 mg | 45% | |
*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.
