Gingerbread Bars Oh Yaaaahh

Sink your teeth into the warm, spiced magic of *Gingerbread Bars Oh Yaaaahh*! These delectable bars are the perfect holiday treat, combining the cozy flavors of molasses, ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves with a soft, cake-like texture. Topped with a velvety vanilla glaze, they’re irresistibly festive and simple to make in just under an hour. Whether you’re prepping for a Christmas gathering, gifting homemade goodies, or indulging in a sweet moment by the fire, these gingerbread bars are sure to impress. Easy to slice into 16 perfectly portioned pieces, they’re ideal for sharing—or not! Make this your go-to recipe for seasonal baking and bring the “oh yaaaahh” to every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 31/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup molasses
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1.25 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Mix in the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract, beating until smooth.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, about 1 hour.

Step 9

To make the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.

Step 10

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled gingerbread bars and spread evenly using an offset spatula or spoon.

Step 11

Allow the glaze to set for about 15 minutes before slicing into 16 squares or bars.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy the 'Oh Yaaaahh' deliciousness!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1034 grams (1034.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4096

Total Fat 152.20g	195%
Saturated Fat 93.50g	468%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 576mg	192%
Sodium 2673mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 656.70g	239%
Dietary Fiber 8.40g	30%
Total Sugars 464.40g
Protein 34.10g	68%

Vitamin D 54IU	270%
Calcium 665mg	51%
Iron 22mg	121%
Potassium 3064mg	65%

*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: 33.1%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 63.6%