Ingredients for Gingerbread Blondies
Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 30 mins

  • 227g Benna unsalted butter, melted
  • 225g light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons golden syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 310g all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Ingredients for Caramel Cream Cheese Buttercream


Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins

  • 170g Benna unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 200g granulated sugar
  • 120ml Benna fresh cream
  • 200g cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 150g icing sugar, sifted

Method

  1. Prepare the Blondies
    • Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a 23cm x 23cm baking dish with parchment paper and set aside.
    • In a large bowl, combine melted butter and brown sugar, stirring well with a wooden spoon. Add the eggs, golden syrup, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, and salt. Sift the dry ingredients and gradually stir them into the butter mixture until fully combined.
    • Spread the batter evenly into the prepared dish and bake for 30 minutes or until the edges are set. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
  2. Prepare the Caramel Sauce
  • In a large pot over medium heat, cook the sugar, stirring constantly, until it clumps, melts, and turns into a golden caramel liquid (about 8 minutes).
  • Remove from heat and add 85g butter, whisking vigorously until combined and melted (about 3 minutes).
  • Return to heat, then slowly pour in the cream. The caramel will bubble rapidly; whisk until fully combined and boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  • Prepare the Buttercream
  • Using an electric mixer, beat together the cream cheese and remaining 85g butter until light and fluffy. Add the icing sugar, vanilla extract, and ½ cup of the cooled caramel sauce. Beat for 3 minutes until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
  • Assemble
  • Spread the buttercream evenly over the cooled blondies. Cut into squares, drizzle with additional caramel sauce, and serve.

Enjoy the perfect treat for a cozy autumn or winter day!