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Gingerbread Brownies with Eggnog Frosting

Gingerbread Brownies with Eggnog Frosting for Holiday Joy

Indulge in these festive Gingerbread Brownies with Eggnog Frosting, a perfect holiday treat encapsulating warmth and joy.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 brownies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 6 oz Semisweet Chocolate Bittersweet chocolate can enhance the flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use salted butter if necessary.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1/3 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Dutch-process cocoa offers a richer taste.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Can substitute with baking soda.
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger Can substitute with ground cloves.
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Nutmeg Omit if allergic.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Cloves Reduce quantity for milder flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Can replace with a flax egg for vegan option.
  • 1 cup Packed Light Brown Sugar White sugar may alter moisture levels.
  • 1/4 cup Molasses Can substitute with honey.
  • 1/4 cup Crystallized Ginger Adjust amount or omit for milder flavor.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
For the Eggnog Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese High-fat cream cheese is ideal.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust for desired sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Eggnog Can substitute with milk mixed with nutmeg.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Medium Saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. Melt semisweet chocolate and unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and brown sugar until light and fluffy, then mix in molasses and vanilla.
  5. Slowly pour the cooled chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring gently, then gradually add the dry mix, folding until just combined.
  6. Fold in crystallized ginger and pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
  8. While cooling, whip up the frosting by beating cream cheese until smooth, then gradually mix in powdered sugar and eggnog.
  9. Once brownies are cool, spread the Eggnog Frosting evenly over the top.
  10. Let the frosted brownies sit for at least an hour for maximum flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1brownieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness. Brownies improve in flavor if allowed to rest overnight after frosting.

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