GINGERBREAD MERINGUE BARS

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For the best of both worlds, I combined my grandmother's gingerbread recipe with my aunt's special brown sugar meringue. The result? These lovable holiday-perfect bars that have become a new family tradition. -Eden Dranger, Los Angeles, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup molasses
2 large egg yolks, room temperature
1 large egg, room temperature
1/4 cup canned pumpkin
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour
2-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
MERINGUE:
4 large egg whites, room temperature
1/2 cup packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat butter and molasses until blended. Add egg yolks and egg, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in pumpkin and vanilla., In a small bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, ginger, baking powder, baking soda, allspice and salt. Gradually add to the molasses mixture. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with marshmallows, pecans and chocolate chips. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in brown sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved., Remove gingerbread from oven; spread with meringue. Bake until meringue is lightly browned, 9-11 minutes longer. Cool completely. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic exchanges

pawan timalsina
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These bars were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Steven Amburgey
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I'm not a huge fan of gingerbread, but I loved these bars. The meringue is so light and fluffy, it perfectly balances the gingerbread flavor.


mds hossain01
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These bars are the perfect holiday treat. They're festive and delicious.


Lucy325
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I love the chewy texture of the gingerbread crust. The meringue is so light and fluffy.


Adan Ahmed
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These bars are so easy to make, and they're always a hit at parties.


DJ BrickZ
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I love the combination of gingerbread and meringue. These bars are the perfect holiday treat.


Nolubabalo Saba
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These bars were so delicious and easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again for my next party.


Gregory Chittum
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I made these bars for my family, and they loved them. They're the perfect holiday treat. I'll definitely be making them again next year.


Angelkirst
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These bars were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll add a little more butter to the gingerbread crust next time.


Ejikeme Favour
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I love the chewy texture of these bars. The gingerbread flavor is perfect, and the meringue is so light and fluffy. I'll definitely be making these again.


Lungelo Ngcobo
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These bars were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it. They're so delicious and festive. I'll definitely be making them again for Christmas.


Deogracia Malatji
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I'm not a huge fan of gingerbread, but I loved these bars. The meringue is so light and fluffy, and it perfectly complements the gingerbread flavor. I'll definitely be making these again.


You nice
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These bars were so easy to make, and they turned out beautifully. I love the combination of gingerbread and meringue. They're the perfect holiday treat.


Nashiera Lawrence
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I made these bars for a bake sale, and they sold out in minutes! Everyone loved them. I'll definitely be making them again for my next party.


Ovais Siddiqui
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These bars were a little too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them. They're definitely a fun and festive treat for the holidays.


Farai Hove
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I've made these bars several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're so easy to make, and the results are always impressive. The gingerbread flavor is perfectly balanced by the sweet and fluffy meringue.


sahidul islam jibon
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These Gingerbread Meringue Bars were a hit at my holiday party! The combination of gingerbread and meringue was perfect, and the bars were so light and fluffy. I'll definitely be making these again next year.