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Gingersnap Brownies


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  • Author: Hein van Tonder
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

These Gingersnap Brownies feature a chewy, crunchy ginger snap crust topped with a rich, fudgy chocolate brownie layer, perfect for a cozy winter treat.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 400 g ginger snap biscuits, crushed
  • 175 g butter, melted
  • 1 tsp ground ginger (optional)
  • 225 g butter
  • 200 g dark chocolate (70%)
  • 200 g milk chocolate (55%)
  • 4 eggs
  • 220 g white sugar
  • 175 g brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C (350 degrees F). Line and grease a 20cm x 30cm baking tin.
  2. In a bowl, mix the crushed ginger snap biscuits, melted butter, and ground ginger (if using). Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking tin and use the back of a spoon to press it down evenly to form a crust.
  3. In a heatproof bowl, melt the 225 g butter, dark chocolate, and milk chocolate over a pot of simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, white sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the melted chocolate mixture, instant espresso powder, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
  5. Pour the brownie batter over the ginger snap crust in the baking tin, spreading it evenly.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is set and a skewer inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Allow the brownies to cool in the tin before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

For a stronger ginger flavor, add an extra teaspoon of ground ginger. The instant espresso powder enhances the chocolate flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. These brownies are best served at room temperature or slightly warmed.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 brownie
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 35
  • Sodium: 200
  • Fat: 28
  • Carbohydrates: 50
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 5
  • Cholesterol: 100