Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- Spread the batter in the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely.
- In a bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to create the frosting.
- Spread the frosting over the cooled brownies and cut into squares.
Notes
- These brownies are best served chilled for enhanced flavor.
- For a festive touch, you can sprinkle chopped nuts or holiday-themed sprinkles on top of the frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg