Ginger Bars Gingerbread Cake

Indulge in the warm, spiced allure of this Ginger Bars Gingerbread Cake, a perfect fusion of soft, moist gingerbread and irresistible citrus glaze. Made with rich molasses, aromatic ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, this cake captures the essence of cozy holiday flavors in every bite. The buttery batter is quick to whip up, baking to golden perfection in just 30 minutes. Finished with a zesty lemon glaze and optional crystallized ginger for a touch of sweetness and texture, these gingerbread bars are as beautiful as they are delicious. Perfect for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or a festive dessert, this recipe is ideal for serving a crowd with ease. Serve warm or at room temperature—either way, these gingerbread bars are guaranteed to please!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 120 grams unsalted butter
• 150 grams brown sugar
• 125 milliliters molasses
• 1 piece large egg
• 240 milliliters milk
• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 120 grams powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons crystallized ginger (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9x9-inch (23x23 cm) square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Remove the saucepan from the heat, then stir in the brown sugar and molasses until smooth.

Step 3

Let the mixture cool slightly, then whisk in the egg and milk until well combined.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

While the cake cools, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 9

Once the cake has completely cooled, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top. Let it set for 10–15 minutes.

Step 10

If desired, sprinkle finely chopped crystallized ginger on top for extra flavor and decoration.

Step 11

Slice the cake into bars or squares and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1041.4 grams (1041.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2698

Total Fat 13.10g	17%
Saturated Fat 5.10g	26%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 208mg	69%
Sodium 2725mg	118%
Total Carbohydrate 611.80g	222%
Dietary Fiber 9.10g	33%
Total Sugars 411.20g
Protein 40.80g	82%

Vitamin D 150IU	750%
Calcium 890mg	68%
Iron 22mg	123%
Potassium 3462mg	74%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 4.3%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 89.7%