They’re a simple gingerbread- oat bar with white chocolate and macadamia nuts mixed in. For ease and a lower price-point, look for the bag of chopped macadamia nuts at Trader Joe’s, if you’re lucky enough to have one in your area.
Lining the pan with parchment allows you to easily lift the whole slab of bars out of the pan and onto a cutting board (when cooled). You’ll get cleaner cuts this way, rather than trying to cut it into squares while still in the pan.
I used white chocolate and macadamia nuts since I happen to be fond of the white chocolate- macadamia nut cookie, but I’m thinking you might like to experiment with a chocolate chip/walnut or pecan… or even a cinnamon chip/ walnut pecan too. These were a hit as-is at our Caroling Party. Our last stop of the night for Caroling was our local fire station. I’m pretty sure they don’t get carolers knocking on their door all that often. We serenaded them and thanked them for what they do. Delivering happiness to people around the neighborhood is just the sort of thing people need right about now. It felt good to be part of it. Disclosure: I’m working with Gold Medal Flour to create seasonal recipes for the next couple of months. This is one of those goodies. All opinions shared are my own. Other Gingerbread treats on the blogs: Gingerbread- Oreo Blondies by Two Peas and Their Pod Gingerbread Cheesecake Bites by Created by Diane Tiny Gingerbread House that sits on the edge of a mug by Not Martha Gingerbread Cookie Dough Truffles by Love and Olive Oil Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars by The Cooking Photographer
