Salted Caramel Gingerbread
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Moist gingerbread infused with the warmth of caramel and the crunch of sea salt, perfect for a sweet treat.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250butter
- 300 gsugar
- 100 gbrown sugar
- 2eggs
- 20 gginger
- 10 gspices
- 300 gflour
- 10 gbaking powder
- 10 gsalt
- 150 mlcaramel sauce
- 50 mlheavy cream
- 5 gsea salt
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C. Grease a 20cm square baking pan and line with parchment paper.
Tip: Optional: Use a silicone mat for easy removal.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use a stand mixer for easier creaming.
- 3
Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by ginger and spices.
Tip: Be careful not to overbeat.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix.
- 5
Pour in caramel sauce and heavy cream, and mix until a sticky dough forms.
Tip: Use a spatula to scrape down the sides.
- 6
Pour dough into prepared baking pan and smooth top. Sprinkle with sea salt.
Tip: Don't overdo it with the salt.
- 7
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Tip: Let cool completely before slicing.
- 8
Cut into squares and serve. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Tip: Cut into large slices for a more dramatic presentation.
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