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Frosted Gingerbread Brownies: The Best Festive Treat to Savor

Frosted Gingerbread Brownies
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Frosted Gingerbread Brownies are a delightful twist on traditional brownies, offering a festive gingerbread flavor topped with rich frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. Combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt; gradually blend into the creamed mixture.
  5. Spread batter into the prepared pan.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes in the preheated oven. Do not overbake.
  7. Let cool before frosting.
  8. To prepare the frosting, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  9. Frost the cooled brownies and slice them into squares.

Notes

  • For an extra festive touch, you can sprinkle crushed candies or chopped nuts on top of the frosting.
  • These brownies taste even better the next day, as the flavors meld.

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Keywords: Frosted Gingerbread Brownies, festive treats, holiday desserts

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