Best 2 Candied Ginger Cardamom Bars Recipes

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Are you looking for a delightful and flavorful treat that is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings? Candied Ginger Cardamom Bars are the perfect indulgence. These delectable bars combine the spicy warmth of cardamom with the sweet tang of candied ginger, creating a unique and unforgettable flavor combination. With a tender, crumbly crust and a gooey, flavorful filling, these bars are sure to become a favorite in your home.

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CANDIED GINGER-CARDAMOM BARS



Candied Ginger-Cardamom Bars image

Categories     Ginger     Dessert     Bake     Christmas     Winter     Cinnamon     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

Nonstick vegetable oil spray
2 cups all purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 large egg, beaten to blend
3/4 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger (about 4 1/2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray 9-inch square baking pan with nonstick spray. Blend flour, sugar, cardamom, cinnamon, and salt in processor. Add butter; using on/off turns, process until coarse meal forms. Add 2 tablespoons beaten egg; blend until moist crumbs form. Add ginger. Using on/off turns, process until moist clumps form. Press dough evenly over bottom of prepared pan. Brush remaining beaten egg over dough. Using small sharp knife, score top of dough with diagonal lines spaced 1 inch apart. Repeat in opposite direction, forming lattice pattern.
  • Bake until pastry is golden and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 40 minutes. Transfer to rack; cool completely in pan. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.)
  • Cut pastry square into 3 long rectangles. Cut each rectangle crosswise into 8 rectangular bars, making 24 bars total.

CANDIED GINGER - CARDAMOM BARS



Candied Ginger - Cardamom Bars image

If you are a ginger freak like me then these are the perfect cookie. They are easy to make in the food processor. They are kind of like shortbread packed with ginger and cardamom. I got this one out of the newspaper some time back, it was by Linda Faus. Warning!!!! These have serious addiction potential.

Provided by matt_maples

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h

Yield 18 bars, 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chilled unsalted butter
1 egg
4 1/2 ounces crystallized ginger

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 deg F.
  • Grease a 9 inch square baking pan.
  • Ok here is the hardest part -- finely chop crystallized ginger and set aside.
  • In a food processor add flour, sugar, cardamom, cinnamon, and salt. Pulse to combine.
  • Cut butter into half in cubes.
  • Add butter to processor and mix into a coarse meal forms.
  • Beat egg and add 2 tablespoons to processor and mix until a moist crumbs form.
  • Add ginger and blend until moist clumps form.
  • Press dough into pan.
  • Brush the rest of the egg over the top.
  • Bake 40 minutes.
  • Transfer to rack and let cool completely in pan.
  • Cut into 18 pieces.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ginger for the best flavor. Peel and slice the ginger thinly before candying it.
  • If you don't have crystallized ginger, you can make your own by following a simple recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover ginger.
  • Use unsalted butter in the shortbread crust to control the amount of salt in the recipe.
  • Chill the shortbread dough before baking to prevent it from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Sprinkle the cardamom evenly over the shortbread crust before adding the filling.
  • Don't overcook the filling. It should be set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them into squares.
  • Dust the bars with powdered sugar before serving for a finishing touch.

Conclusion:

These Candied Ginger Cardamom Bars are a delicious and unique treat that are perfect for any occasion. The combination of candied ginger, cardamom, and shortbread is simply irresistible. With a few simple tips, you can easily make these bars at home and enjoy them with your friends and family.

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