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Chewy Gingerbread Bars

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Ingredients

Wet Ingredients:

  • Unsulfured Molasses: ¾ cup
  • Unsalted Butter: ½ cup (1 stick, softened)
  • Brown Sugar: 1 cup (packed)
  • Eggs: 2 large

Dry Ingredients:

  • All-Purpose Flour: 2 cups
  • Baking Soda: 1 teaspoon
  • Ground Cinnamon: 1 tablespoon
  • Ground Ginger: 2 teaspoons
  • Ground Nutmeg: ½ teaspoon
  • Salt: ½ teaspoon

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly with cooking spray for easy removal.

Step 2: Prepare the Dry Ingredients

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
  • Set aside.

Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients

  1. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
  2. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  3. Mix in the molasses, ensuring a smooth and fully incorporated mixture.

Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

  • Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula or a mixer on low speed.
  • Stir until just combined; avoid overmixing to maintain a chewy texture.

Step 5: Bake the Bars

  1. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.
  2. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 6: Cool and Slice

  • Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  • Once cooled, lift them out using the parchment paper and slice them into squares or rectangles.

Notes

  • Fresh Spices: Ensure your spices are fresh for the best flavor.
  • Measuring Flour: Spoon and level your flour to avoid adding too much, which can make the bars dense.
  • Additions: Consider adding white chocolate chips, dried cranberries, or chopped nuts for extra texture and flavor.