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Spiced Gingerbread Muffins with Glaze Recipe

Spiced Gingerbread Muffins with Glaze

As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to fall, there’s nothing quite like the warm, inviting scent of freshly baked goods wafting through your home. One of the ultimate treats to embrace the cozy vibes of autumn and winter is Spiced Gingerbread Muffins with Glaze. These muffins are a delightful combination of warming spices, sweet molasses, and a luscious glaze that adds a touch of sweetness to every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spiced Gingerbread 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 ground cloves
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup molasses
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Electric Mixer
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Rubber Spatula
  • Cooling Rack
  • Small bowl for glaze

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your muffin tin by lining it with paper liners or lightly greasing it with cooking spray.
  2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Set this bowl aside.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and packed brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Add molasses and eggs to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing until well combined.
  5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Start and end with dry ingredients.
  6. Step 6: Divide the muffin batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Step 7: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Step 8: Prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  9. Step 9: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled muffins and allow it to set before serving.

Notes

These muffins are perfect for holiday gatherings, cozy weekend brunches, or simply to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee on a chilly day. They can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to three days.