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Glazed Gingerbread Muffins

Glazed Gingerbread Muffins

Indulge in the warm, inviting flavors of Glazed Gingerbread Muffins. Perfectly spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, these muffins are a delightful treat for any occasion, from cozy mornings to festive gatherings. Topped with a zesty lemon glaze, they offer a refreshing contrast to the rich molasses base. Easy to make and sure to impress, these muffins are not only delicious but also versatile enough to customize with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts. Bake a batch today and fill your home with the comforting aroma of gingerbread.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Makes approximately 12 muffins 1x

Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup unsulfured or dark molasses
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 2⅔ cups flour
  • 2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1½ tsp baking soda
  • 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground cloves
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • Coarse sugar for sprinkling
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 1–2 tbsp milk
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F and coat a muffin tray with cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, microwave molasses and butter until melted. Stir to combine and cool slightly.
  3. In another bowl, whisk flour, ground ginger, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, ground nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Mix brown sugar, sour cream, whole milk, and egg into the cooled molasses mixture.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until just combined (batter will be thick).
  6. Fill muffin tray and sprinkle coarse sugar on top if desired.
  7. Bake for 5 minutes at 425°F; then reduce heat to 350°F and bake for an additional 11-14 minutes.
  8. Cool briefly before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with lemon juice until creamy; drizzle over cooled muffins.
  • Author: Juniper
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: To enhance texture, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. Feel free to incorporate chopped nuts or dried fruits into the batter for added flavor.