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Gingerbread Cookie Bars Ingredients: For the Gingerbread Cookie Bars: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp ground cloves 1/2 tsp baking soda 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark) 1/3 cup unsulphured molasses 1 large egg 1 large egg yolk (discard the white) 2 tsp vanilla extract For the Cream Cheese Frosting: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 8 oz brick-style cream cheese (full-fat) 2-3 cups powdered sugar 1-2 tbsp whipping cream or milk Directions: Make the Gingerbread Cookie Bars: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray or line with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and baking soda. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in the molasses and vanilla extract, followed by the egg and egg yolk, until fully combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Press the cookie dough into the prepared pan, using lightly greased hands if necessary. Bake for 22-25 minutes or until the edges start to pull away from the pan and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the pan before frosting. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy. Add the cream cheese and beat until smooth. With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, alternating with 1 tablespoon of whipping cream or milk. Continue beating until the frosting reaches your desired consistency and sweetness. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled gingerbread cookie bars. Optionally, top with festive sprinkles. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 22-25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Calories: 280 kcal per bar | Servings: 24 bars These Gingerbread Cookie Bars offer all the warm, spiced flavors of classic gingerbread in a soft and chewy cookie bar form. The addition of a rich, creamy cream cheese frosting elevates the bars, making them a perfect festive treat for holiday gatherings. With hints of ginger, cinnamon, and molasses, each bite is full of cozy winter flavors. These cookie bars are easy to make, and their delightful texture and frosting make them a great choice for entertaining or gifting. Add some colorful sprinkles on top for a festive touch, and you’ll have a holiday dessert that’s both beautiful and delicious!

Vanilla Bean Pistachio Cake Ingredients: For the Cake: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 3/4 cup butter, softened 1 1/2 cups sugar 3 eggs 1 Madagascar vanilla bean (Rodelle recommended) 1/2 tsp vanilla paste or pure vanilla extract 1 cup milk For the Pistachio Buttercream Frosting: 1 lb butter, softened 1 (3.4 oz) package pistachio pudding 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 5-6 cups powdered sugar 4-6 tbsp milk Chopped pistachios (optional, for garnish) Directions: Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans and set aside. Make the cake batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition until fully combined. Slice the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add the vanilla bean seeds and vanilla paste (or extract) to the butter mixture and mix well. Combine the ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Bake the cake: Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cakes are golden and spring back when lightly touched. Remove from the oven and allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to wire racks to cool completely. For the Pistachio Buttercream Frosting: In a large bowl, beat the butter until light and fluffy. Add the pistachio pudding mix and vanilla extract, beating until well blended. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until the frosting is smooth and creamy. Add the milk one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. Continue to beat the frosting on high speed for about 5 minutes to make it light and fluffy. Assembling the Cake: Place one cake layer on a cake stand or turntable. Spread about 1 cup of frosting evenly over the top, leaving a small border around the edge. Top with the second cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining buttercream, reserving about 1 cup of frosting for decorating. Create texture: Using an offset spatula, gently press into the frosting at the bottom of the cake and spin the cake around, creating textured rows as you move upward. Pipe large roses or any desired design on top of the cake using the remaining frosting. Garnish with chopped pistachios for added flavor and presentation. Prep Time: 30 minutes | Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour Kcal: 550 kcal per slice | Servings: 12 slices The Vanilla Bean Pistachio Cake is a soft, fluffy dessert layered with a creamy pistachio buttercream that offers the perfect balance of sweet vanilla and nutty pistachio flavors. The vanilla bean specks add a luxurious depth of flavor to the light cake, while the pistachio pudding in the frosting creates a rich, creamy texture that complements the cake beautifully. The final touch of chopped pistachios adds both texture and a burst of color to the elegant presentation. This cake is perfect for any celebration, whether it’s a birthday, special event, or simply a weekend treat. The combination of vanilla bean and pistachio is both unique and delicious, making it a crowd-pleaser for anyone who loves light, flavorful desserts with a hint of nutty richness.

Gingerbread Delight Bars These Gingerbread Delight Bars combine the classic flavors of gingerbread in a chewy, bar form topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for holiday celebrations, they bring warmth and sweetness to every gathering. Ingredients: For the Gingerbread Delight Bars: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp ground cloves 1/2 tsp baking soda 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark) 1/3 cup unsulphured molasses 1 large egg 1 large egg yolk (discard the white) 2 tsp vanilla extract For the Cream Cheese Frosting: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 8 oz brick-style cream cheese (full-fat) 2-3 cups powdered sugar 1-2 tbsp whipping cream or milk Directions: Make the Gingerbread Delight Bars: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray or line with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and baking soda. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in the molasses and vanilla extract, followed by the egg and egg yolk, until fully combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Press the cookie dough into the prepared pan, using lightly greased hands if necessary. Bake for 22-25 minutes or until the edges start to pull away from the pan and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the pan before frosting. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy. Add the cream cheese and beat until smooth. With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, alternating with 1 tablespoon of whipping cream or milk. Continue beating until the frosting reaches your desired consistency and sweetness. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled gingerbread delight bars. Optionally, top with festive sprinkles. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 22-25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Calories: 280 kcal per bar | Servings: 24 bars These Gingerbread Delight Bars are a wonderful way to enjoy the comforting flavors of gingerbread in a delightful bar format. Topped with creamy frosting and optionally adorned with sprinkles, they are sure to be a hit at any festive occasion.

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