Caramel Gingerbread Cookie Bars
Delightful cookie bars combining warm gingerbread flavors with rich caramel sweetness, perfect for cozy gatherings and festive occasions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour This soft and tender base gives the cookie bars their structure.
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger Infuses a warm, spicy flavor that is signature to gingerbread.
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds a sweet and aromatic touch to the bars.
- 0.5 cup packed brown sugar This rich and creamy sweetener provides moisture and depth.
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensures a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- 1 large egg Acts as a binding agent, bringing all ingredients together.
- 0.5 cup caramel bits These gooey, sweet morsels create a caramel surprise in every bite.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir well until uniform.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the softened butter and packed brown sugar until creamy and smooth, which takes about 2-3 minutes.
- Crack the egg into the butter-sugar mixture, beating until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the caramel bits, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cookie bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice them into squares and enjoy!
Notes
For a more pronounced caramel flavor, drizzle melted caramel on top after cooling. Store leftovers in an airtight container.