Glazed Gingerbread Muffins
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these delightful Glazed Gingerbread Muffins. These tender treats are infused with warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, making them an ideal snack or breakfast option for autumn gatherings. Topped with a zesty lemon glaze, each muffin offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tang, ensuring they’ll be a hit at any occasion—from holiday parties to simple family brunches. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these muffins are destined to become a cherished favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup unsulfured dark molasses
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2⅔ cups flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1½ tsp baking soda
- 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup sour cream (or plain yogurt)
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- For the glaze: powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and prepare a muffin tray with cooking spray.
- Melt butter and molasses together in a large bowl; set aside to cool.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, spices, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine brown sugar, sour cream, milk, and egg into the cooled molasses mixture.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fill each muffin cup to the top 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 slightly before glazing with a mixture of powdered sugar and lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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