: Frosted Gingerbread Brownies with Ermine Frosting

Instructions

Make the Gingerbread Brownies

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a bit of overhang on the sides for easy removal after baking.
2. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the melted butter and packed brown sugar until well combined and glossy.
3. Mix in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the molasses and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed.
5. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until no streaks of flour remain. Be careful not to overmix, which can toughen the brownies.
6. Spread the thick batter evenly into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake for 28–33 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is no longer jiggly. A toothpick inserted near the center should come out with moist crumbs but no wet batter.
8. Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before frosting. This step is essential for the frosting to set properly
   

   Make the Gingerbread Erming