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Gingerbread Muffins

Irresistibly Moist Gingerbread Muffins with Vanilla Glaze

These Gingerbread Muffins capture the essence of festive treats with a delightful vanilla glaze, perfect for the holidays.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can be swapped with gluten-free flour
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda check for freshness
  • 2 tsp Ground Ginger freshly ground adds extra kick
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon alternative spices like nutmeg can be used
  • 1/2 tsp Salt enhances sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter use coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar brown sugar adds caramel-like flavor
  • 2 large Eggs aquafaba can substitute for vegan version
  • 1/2 cup Molasses maple syrup can lighten the taste
  • 1/2 cup Cold Water to achieve ideal batter consistency
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Gingerbread Cookies crumbled
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips dark chocolate chips can offer richer taste
For the Vanilla Glaze
  • 1 cup Confectioners Sugar sweet base for the glaze
  • 2 tbsp Whole Milk almond milk can be a dairy-free option
  • 1 tbsp Pure Vanilla Paste vanilla extract is a substitute

Equipment

  • Oven
  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • Mixer
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
  2. In a bag, crush gingerbread cookies and mix with mini chocolate chips.
  3. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Beat unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time; mix in molasses until smooth.
  6. Gradually mix dry ingredients with wet, alternating with cold water.
  7. Fill muffin tins with batter, about ¾ full.
  8. Sprinkle the topping mixture on each muffin and press down gently.
  9. Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Cool muffins in the tin for 10 minutes, then prepare glaze and drizzle over cooled muffins.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow muffins to cool completely before glazing to prevent melting. Store in an airtight container to maintain moisture.

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