Gingerbread Squares with Honey-Mascarpone Cream

Name: Gingerbread Squares with Honey-Mascarpone Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 8-ounce package mascarpone cheese *; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1/2 cup mild-flavored (light) molasses; 1/2 cup (packed) dark brown sugar; 1 large egg; 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel; 1/2 cup boiling water; Powdered sugar

Servings: persons

1 8-ounce package mascarpone cheese *
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup mild-flavored (light) molasses
1/2 cup (packed) dark brown sugar
1 large egg
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1/2 cup boiling water
Powdered sugar

1
Whisk mascarpone cheese, honey, and lemon juice in small bowl to blend.
2
Cover; chill until ready to serve.
3
(Can be made 1 day ahead; keep chilled.)
4
Preheat oven to 350F.
5
Butter and flour 8-inch square metal baking pan.
6
Whisk first 6 ingredients in medium bowl to blend well; whisk in crystallized ginger.
7
Whisk oil, molasses, and brown sugar in large bowl to blend; whisk in egg and lemon peel.
8
Gradually whisk in dry ingredients, then boiling water.
9
Transfer batter to prepared pan.
10
Bake cake until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 30 minutes.
11
Cool cake 15 minutes.
12
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
13
Cool completely; cover and store at room temperature.)
14
Cut cake into squares; sift powdered sugar over.
15
Serve warm or at room temperature with topping.
16
Italian cream cheese available at Italian markets and many supermarkets.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 8-ounce package mascarpone cheese *, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Gingerbread Squares with Honey-Mascarpone Cream falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!