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Cinnamon Streusel Gingerbread Muffins Recipe

Cinnamon Streusel Gingerbread Muffins

Welcome to the delightful world of baked goods! Today, we are diving into a mouthwatering recipe that combines the warm, spicy flavors of gingerbread with a crunchy cinnamon streusel topping. These Cinnamon Streusel Gingerbread Muffins are perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even a cozy dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.75 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup molasses
  • 0.5 cup milk
For the Streusel Topping
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.33 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 0.25 cup chopped nuts optional

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Spatula
  • Cooling Rack
  • Paper liners or cooking spray

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Line your muffin tin with paper liners or grease it with cooking spray.
  3. Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Step 4: In a large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Step 5: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the molasses and milk until combined.
  6. Step 6: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  7. Step 7: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, packed brown sugar, and ground cinnamon for the streusel. Stir in the melted butter until crumbly.
  8. Step 8: Divide the muffin batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  9. Step 9: Sprinkle the streusel topping over each muffin.
  10. Step 10: Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into a muffin comes out clean.
  11. Step 11: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

These muffins freeze wonderfully. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.