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Glazed Gingerbread Muffins

Glazed Gingerbread Muffins
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Indulge in the delightful warmth of Glazed Gingerbread Muffins, infused with aromatic spices and topped with a zesty lemon glaze. These tender muffins are perfect for festive gatherings, cozy breakfasts, or as a sweet treat any time of day. With their rich flavor profile combining molasses and spices, they offer a comforting taste that embodies the essence of the holiday season. Whether enjoyed warm or at room temperature, these muffins are designed to please every palate and can be easily customized with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup un-sulphured 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 (for glaze)
  • Fresh squeezed lemon juice (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F and prepare a muffin tray with cooking spray.
  2. In a glass bowl, combine molasses and butter; microwave until the butter melts. Stir and let cool.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Combine brown sugar, sour cream (or yogurt), milk, and egg with the cooled molasses mixture.
  5. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  6. Fill muffin cups to the top and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  7. Bake for 5 minutes at 425°F; then reduce to 350°F for an additional 11–14 minutes until done.
  8. Cool in the pan briefly before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. For glaze, mix powdered sugar with lemon juice until creamy; drizzle over cooled muffins.

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Keywords: To enhance your muffins’ flavor profile, consider adding extra spices such as nutmeg or cinnamon according to personal preference. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing results.

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