Gingerbread Blondies

These gingerbread blondies capture everything comforting about warm winter spices baked into a soft and fudgy bar. They combine the nostalgic flavors of gingerbread with the rich sweetness of white chocolate, creating one of the coziest traybakes you can make during the colder months. The texture is thick, dense, chewy, and gently spiced, making them irresistible for holiday gatherings, gifting, or simply treating yourself to something special.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cooling Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes

There are certain requests that appear repeatedly in recipe feedback and social posts, especially when it comes to traybake desserts. Chocolate orange flavors, mint chocolate combinations, and classic brownie or cookie bar styles are always popular. But during a recent recipe request round, one particular flavor combination appeared far more frequently than expected: gingerbread blondies. The volume of requests was surprising and immediately exciting. The flavor concept seemed so obvious in hindsight, yet I had never put it into practice. The warm spices of gingerbread paired with the sweet richness of blondie batter is a match that feels made for winter baking.

This recipe takes everything comforting about gingerbread spice blends and marries it with the dense, fudgy texture that makes blondies so beloved. The result is a holiday inspired treat that is both nostalgic and indulgent. Gingerbread blondies strike a balance between soft center chewiness and lightly crisp edges while allowing the spice blend to shine through the buttery sweetness.

Ingredients

• 200 g unsalted butter melted
• 250 g light brown sugar
• 3 medium eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 275 g plain flour
• 2 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 tbsp cornflour optional
• 200 to 300 g white chocolate chips

Decoration (optional)

• 50 g white chocolate melted
• Gingerbread biscuit crumbs

Step by Step Instructions

Below is the full detailed method for preparing gingerbread blondies. A Midjourney image follows each step.

Step 1: Prepare the tin and preheat the oven

Preheat your oven to 180ºC or 160ºC fan. Line a 9 by 9 inch baking tin with parchment paper to ensure clean removal and even baking

Step 2: Mix the melted butter and sugar

In a large mixing bowl combine melted butter and light brown sugar. Beat until smooth and well incorporated to create a rich base.

Step 3: Add eggs and vanilla

Mix in the three medium eggs and vanilla extract. Beat until the mixture becomes thick and glossy without over mixing.

Step 4: Add dry ingredients and spices

Add the plain flour, cornflour, ground ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Beat until a thick and spiced blondie batter forms.

Step 5: Fold in the white chocolate

Stir in the white chocolate chips. Fold gently so the batter stays thick.

Step 6: Bake the blondies

Pour the thick batter into the prepared tin. Smooth the top. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the center has a slight wobble.

Step 7: Cool and set

Allow the blondies to cool completely in or out of the tin. For a firmer fudgy texture place the cooled blondies in the fridge for at least one hour.

Pro Tips

1. Stick to the ingredient quantities to avoid cakey blondies.
2. Always look for a slight wobble in the center to keep the texture fudgy.
3. Chill the blondies after baking to enhance the density and keep slices clean.

Serving Suggestions and Pairings

Gingerbread blondies pair beautifully with warm beverages such as chai tea, spiced lattes, or classic hot chocolate. For a dessert plate, serve them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a swirl of whipped cream. They are also excellent alongside seasonal fruits like poached pears or baked apples. If gifting, wrap each blondie square in parchment and twine to create a rustic holiday treat box.

Nutrition Table

Serving Size	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Fiber	Sugar
1 piece	420	18 g	35 g	22 g	4 g	6 g

Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Consult a nutritionist for precise dietary information.

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