Glazed Gingerbread Muffins
Indulge in the warmth and sweetness of Glazed Gingerbread Muffins, a delightful treat perfect for festive gatherings or cozy breakfasts. These muffins are infused with rich fall spices, creating a tender crumb that melts in your mouth. Topped with a zesty lemon glaze, they strike the perfect balance between sweet and tangy, making them a standout addition to your holiday baking repertoire. Easy to prepare, these muffins are suitable for bakers of any skill level and can be customized with various glaze options to suit your taste. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or reheated for a comforting snack any time of day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes 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 cups 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 oven to 425°F and grease a muffin tray.
- Melt molasses and butter together; set aside to cool.
- In a bowl, mix flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine cooled molasses mixture with brown sugar, sour cream, milk, and egg.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; mix until just combined.
- Fill muffin tray to the top; sprinkle coarse sugar if desired.
- Bake at 425°F for 5 minutes then reduce temperature to 350°F and bake for an additional 11–14 minutes.
- Allow muffins to cool before glazing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (80g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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