Gingerbread Cookie Bars Recipe
Soft, chewy gingerbread bars packed with warm holiday spices and rich molasses flavor.Easier than rolling cookies—just bake, slice, and serve!Perfect for parties, gifting, or cozy winter baking days.Top with cream cheese frosting or enjoy plain with a dusting of sugar.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1½ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ⅓ cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- Whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices in a bowl.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, molasses, egg, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until a smooth batter forms.
- Spread batter evenly in prepared pan and bake 18–22 minutes until set.
- Cool completely before slicing into bars or frosting if desired.
Notes
- Do not overbake to keep bars soft and chewy.
- Cream cheese frosting pairs perfectly for extra richness.
- Store bars in an airtight container for up to 4 days.