Glazed Gingerbread Muffins
Indulge in the warmth of the holiday season with these delightful Glazed Gingerbread Muffins. These tender muffins are infused with fall spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, delivering a cozy flavor profile that is both comforting and festive. Crowned with a sweet and tangy lemon glaze, they offer a perfect balance to the rich spices. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or holiday gatherings, these muffins are easy to whip up and can be customized with your choice of glazes. Enjoy the aroma of freshly baked gingerbread wafting through your kitchen as you treat your family and friends to this seasonal favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup unsulfured or dark molasses
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2⅔ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1½ tsp baking soda
- 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground cloves
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and grease a muffin tray.
- In a bowl, combine molasses and butter; microwave until melted and set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, spices, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix brown sugar, sour cream, milk, and egg into the cooled molasses mixture until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Fill muffin tray to the top with batter and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
- Bake for 5 minutes at 425°F; then reduce temperature to 350°F for an additional 11–14 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool on a wire rack before glazing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 202
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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