Chewy Ginger Bars with White Choc Ganache frosting

Christmas Chewy Ginger Bars with White Chocolate Ganache Frosting

If you’re looking for a Christmas treat that feels nostalgic, comforting, and a little luxurious, these Chewy Ginger Bars with White Chocolate Ganache Frosting are about to become a new holiday favourite. They’re soft, spiced, irresistibly chewy, and made with Steens Mānuka Honey for a naturally sweet finish that elevates the flavour while supporting better-for-you baking.

With warm gingerbread spices and a creamy white chocolate topping, these bars strike the perfect balance between festive richness and everyday simplicity. They fill your home with the aroma of Christmas and come together easily — ideal for gifting, gatherings, and cosy December moments.

Why Mānuka Honey Makes These Bars Extra Special

Using Steens Mānuka Honey in place of refined sugar gives these bars a deeper, richer flavour and a softer, more tender texture. Its natural caramel notes blend beautifully with ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, enhancing the warm Christmas spices without overpowering them.

And because Steens honey is raw and unheated, you’re also getting all the goodness of whole-comb honey — including bio-available bee pollen — woven into every bite.

Here’s how Mānuka Honey transforms this bake:

• Natural sweetness with no refined sugar

• Moist, chewy texture thanks to honey’s humectant properties

• Rich, warm depth of flavour that pairs perfectly with festive spices

• A smoother, more balanced sweetness compared to traditional sugar

It’s holiday baking, upgraded.

The Flavours Behind These Christmas Ginger Bars

Ginger, Cinnamon & Nutmeg

A warming trio that fills each bite with classic Christmas spice.

Molasses for Depth

Adds the unmistakable gingerbread richness that makes these bars so cosy.

Steens Mānuka Honey enhances moisture, deepens sweetness, and adds a subtle floral-caramel note.

White Chocolate Ganache Frosting

A silky, creamy layer that complements the spices and makes every slice feel a little more festive.

Tips for Baking with Mānuka Honey

To get the best texture when swapping honey for sugar:

1. Cream the butter and honey well

You’ll still get a light, tender crumb even without granulated sugar.

2. Don’t overmix the batter

This keeps the bars soft and prevents toughness.

3. Avoid overbaking

Honey caramelises faster than sugar — pulling the bars out when they’re just set ensures that signature chewy finish.

4. Let the bars cool fully before frosting

This helps the ganache set into a smooth, glossy layer.

The Christmas Aroma That Fills Your Home

As these bars bake, the mix of ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, real vanilla, molasses, and warm honey creates the most nostalgic Christmas scent. It’s the kind of bake that makes the house feel instantly festive — like the season has officially begun.

Serving Ideas for a Festive Touch

Once cooled and frosted, these bars can be finished however you like:

A drizzle of extra white chocolate
A dusting of cinnamon sugar
Crushed candy cane for crunch
Edible gold dust for holiday sparkle
Cut into shapes with festive cookie cutters

Serve them with:

• Hot chocolate

• A Christmas chai latte

• A cup of tea by the tree

• Mulled wine after dinner

Perfect for Gifting

Because they hold their shape and stay soft for days, these bars make a thoughtful homemade gift.

• Stack a few squares in a parchment-lined box

• Add ribbon and a small handwritten tag

• Share the magic of a naturally sweet Christmas treat

They also travel beautifully - ideal for bringing to potlucks or holiday gatherings.

Why You’ll Come Back to This Recipe Every Year

These Chewy Ginger Bars are everything people love about festive baking: warmth, spice, comfort, and a little indulgence. But the addition of Steens Mānuka Honey takes them a step further - offering a naturally sweet, richly flavoured twist that makes them stand out on any dessert table.

Soft, spiced, and topped with creamy white chocolate, they’re the kind of bake that disappears quickly and earns requests for “the recipe” every single time.

A holiday classic in the making - naturally sweet, beautifully fragrant, and bursting with Christmas flavour.