Chocolate Gingerbread Bars

Indulge in the warm, spiced flavors of these decadent Chocolate Gingerbread Bars, a perfect fusion of classic holiday gingerbread and rich chocolate. These chewy, molasses-infused bars are delicately spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, offering a nostalgic touch of seasonal comfort. Studded with generous amounts of semi-sweet chocolate chips, each bite is a delightful balance of warming spices and velvety sweetness. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and baked to perfection in under half an hour, this recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Top them with a dusting of powdered sugar for a festive finish, and serve as a crowd-pleasing treat that brings the joy of the season to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 36/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup molasses
• 1 whole large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix until fully combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed until no flour pockets remain, but do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips using a spatula until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with only a few moist crumbs. Do not overbake.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Slice into 16 squares.

Step 11

For an optional festive touch, dust the tops of the bars lightly with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1065.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4532.6

Total Fat 219.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 135.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 573.5mg	0%
Sodium 2643.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 640.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.4g	0%
Total Sugars 417.8g
Protein 50.0g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 583.3mg	0%
Iron 27.3mg	0%
Potassium 2935.5mg	0%

*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: 41.7%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 54.1%