Ginger-Cream Bars Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon ground cloves
• 1 tablespoon ground ginger
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1/2 cup molasses
• 1 cup hot brewed coffee
• FROSTING:
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups confectioners' sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• Chopped nuts, optional