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Gingerbread Brownie Trifles

Delicious Gingerbread Brownie Trifles for Holiday Cheer

  • Author: Anna
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Layered with rich gingerbread brownies, spiced gingerbread cake crumbles, and velvety whipped cream or mousse, these brownie trifles are the ultimate Christmas treats in a cup.

Ingredients

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  • FOR THE BROWNIE LAYER
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup (40g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • FOR THE SPICED MASCARPONE CREAM
  • 8 oz (225g) mascarpone cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup (40g) powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • OPTIONAL TOPPINGS
  • Whipped cream
  • Caramel sauce
  • Whole or halved gingersnap cookies for garnish

Instructions

  1. PREPARE THE BROWNIE BATTER: Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and line an 8×8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.
  2. ADD DRY INGREDIENTS: Stir in the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix until just combined and no dry spots remain.
  3. BAKE THE BROWNIES: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cool the brownies completely in the pan.
  4. MAKE THE SPICED MASCARPONE CREAM: In a medium bowl, beat the softened mascarpone cheese until smooth. Add the heavy cream, powdered sugar, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and vanilla extract. Use a hand mixer to beat the mixture until soft peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  5. PREPARE THE BROWNIES FOR LAYERING: Once the brownies have cooled fully, lift them out of the pan using the parchment paper. Cut into 1-inch cubes, making sure the pieces are evenly sized for layering.
  6. ASSEMBLE THE TRIFLES: In individual glass jars or dessert cups, layer brownie cubes on the bottom. Spoon a layer of the spiced mascarpone cream over the brownies. Continue alternating layers of brownie and cream until the jars are filled.
  7. ADD TOPPINGS AND SERVE: Finish each trifle with a swirl of whipped cream. Drizzle with caramel sauce or garnish with a gingersnap cookie if desired. Serve chilled or store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Perfect for holiday desserts.
  • Can be prepared ahead of time.
  • Great for dessert bars.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking and assembling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 trifle
  • Calories: 750
  • Sugar: 50 grams
  • Sodium: 200 mg
  • Fat: 40 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 25 grams
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 83 grams
  • Fiber: 3 grams
  • Protein: 16 grams
  • Cholesterol: 160 mg

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