French Canadian Frosted Maple Gingerbread

Indulge in the warm, spiced sweetness of *French Canadian Frosted Maple Gingerbread*, a timeless treat that captures the cozy essence of the holiday season. This crowd-pleasing dessert combines the robust flavors of ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves with the natural richness of pure maple syrup, creating a tender, aromatic gingerbread base. Topped with a creamy maple-infused frosting, this dessert strikes the perfect balance between sweet and spiced. With just 20 minutes of prep time and an irresistibly soft texture, this gingerbread is ideal for festive gatherings or cozy evenings by the fire. Serve it as elegant frosted squares and watch it disappear in moments! Perfect for maple lovers and gingerbread enthusiasts alike, this recipe is a delicious tribute to French Canadian culinary traditions.

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter (softened)
• 0.5 cups brown sugar (packed)
• 0.75 cups maple syrup (pure)
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cups milk
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 0.25 cups unsalted butter (softened, for frosting)
• 3 tablespoons maple syrup (pure, for frosting)
• 1 tablespoon milk (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

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

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, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Beat in the maple syrup and eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the gingerbread to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting.

Step 9

To prepare the frosting, beat together the powdered sugar, softened butter, maple syrup, and milk in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.

Step 10

Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled gingerbread.

Step 11

Slice the frosted gingerbread into squares and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1128.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3881.8

Total Fat 159.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 771.7mg	0%
Sodium 2693.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 583.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 373.4g
Protein 43.1g	0%

Vitamin D 237.3IU	0%
Calcium 559.3mg	0%
Iron 16.5mg	0%
Potassium 1150.2mg	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: 36.4%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 59.2%