Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger pinch of salt 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon pinch of nutmeg pinch of black pepper 2 eggs, beaten 1 cup sugar 3 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled 2 cups chopped fresh gingerroot (about 1 1/2 cups) 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting muffins 2 teaspoons baking powder, plus more for dusting muffins 3/4 cup sugar, divided use 1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted and cooled to room temperature 3 large eggs, beaten well before using them (optional) 1 cup chopped fresh gingerroot (about 2 cups) Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 12-cup muffin pan with butter or margarine. Sift together the flour, baking powder, ginger, salt and cinnamon; set aside. In a medium bowl whisk together the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the butter or margarine until melted. Stir in the chopped fresh gingerroot. Mix well. Add enough of the batter to fill the prepared pan; do not overfill. Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in pan on a wire rack before frosting with remaining sugar and butter ormargarine mixture and chopped fresh gingerroot if desired
Spiced Gingerbread Muffins
You’ve probably had your fair share of muffins over the years. And, while chocolate chip muffins and carrot banana muffins are two of the most common options, these Spiced Gingerbread Muffins can give them a run for their money. If you’re looking for tasty homemade muffins to prepare using easy-to-find ingredients, this is the perfect recipe for you. Gingerbread muffins take a classic muffin recipe and add winter spices to the mix. They are full of Christmas-inspired flavor and make a great addition to holiday breakfast spreads.
How to Make Gingerbread Muffins
Set your oven to 350°F and then line a muffin tin with paper liners. Place your brown sugar and butter in a bowl and then mix together. Mix in the vanilla and eggs. Add your molasses and continue to combine the ingredients. Grab a separate bowl and whisk the flour with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, baking soda, and cloves. Add your dry ingredients a little bit at a time. Divide your batter between the muffin pans and then sprinkle with coarse sugar. Bake for 18-20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Gingerbread Muffins Ingredient Notes
Butter: Adds richness to the muffins – make sure it’s fully softened so the sugar incorporates smoothly. Sugar: Brown sugar sweetens these gingerbread muffins! Eggs: Bind the muffins together. Vanilla: Pure vanilla extract enhances the flavor of the molasses and spices. Molasses: A key ingredient in gingerbread muffins – don’t skip it! Flour: All-purpose flour gives the muffins structure. Baking Soda: Helps the muffins rise. Spices: Cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves add the perfect amount of spice. Milk: Adds moisture. Use any kind you have on hand – whole, 2%, non-dairy, etc.
Make homemade Gingerbread Muffins that will become a huge hit at home. Everyone will enjoy biting into these spiced baked goodies. more general text about the recipe
Can I use gluten free flour?
Yes! You can use your favorite gluten free flour blend for these muffins. Everything thing else will remain the same. Check your muffins with a toothpick to make sure they’ve baked all the way through before you remove them. Add a simple powdered sugar glaze to these muffins or add a slab of butter to the inside.
Can I glaze these muffins?
Absolutely. Prepare a glaze by combining powdered sugar with milk and vanilla extract and drizzle it on top. Enjoy these delicious Gingerbread Muffins for breakfast or as a snack throughout the day. They’re flavorful, easy to make, and perfect for the holiday season. If you make this recipe be sure to leave us a comment or rating. Enjoy!
