Gingersnap Bars

Warm, spiced, and irresistibly chewy, these Gingersnap Bars are the ultimate treat for gingerbread lovers. Bursting with the bold flavors of molasses, ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, these bars capture the essence of classic gingersnap cookies in a softer, more decadent form. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe is perfect for a quick holiday dessert or anytime you’re craving cozy, spiced goodness. A light dusting of powdered sugar adds the perfect finishing touch to these moist, dense bars. Easy to make and impossible to resist, Gingersnap Bars are the ideal dessert to share with friends and family—or to enjoy all to yourself. Serve them with a warm mug of tea, coffee, or mulled cider for a truly comforting treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup molasses
• 1 unit large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract to the bowl and beat until fully combined.

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 6

Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan using a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly puffed. Do not overbake as the bars will firm up as they cool.

Step 8

Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 9

Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar using a fine sieve or sifter.

Step 10

Cut into 16 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	727.7 grams (727.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2871

Total Fat 79.40g	102%
Saturated Fat 44.00g	220%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 372mg	124%
Sodium 1962mg	85%
Total Carbohydrate 520.30g	189%
Dietary Fiber 8.40g	30%
Total Sugars 331.20g
Protein 32.00g	64%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 174mg	13%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 491mg	10%

*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: 24.4%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 71.2%