Description

Indulge in the festive spirit with these Gingerbread Coffeecake Muffins, a delightful treat that perfectly captures the essence of the holiday season. With their soft and fluffy texture, these muffins are studded with warming spices like ginger and cinnamon, making them a comforting choice for breakfast or dessert. Topped with a crumbly mixture that adds the perfect crunch, they are sure to impress your family and friends at any gathering. Simple to make and full of flavor, enjoy them fresh from the oven or as a sweet snack throughout the day.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups apple cider
6 tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 cups whole wheat flour
3 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
2 tsp ginger
1/4 tsp cloves
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
2/3 cup whole wheat flour (for topping)
1/4 cup melted butter (for topping)
1/2 tsp cinnamon (for topping)
4 tbsp brown sugar (for topping)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a muffin pan.
In a small saucepan, reduce apple cider over medium heat until halved; whisk in melted butter and set aside.
In a large bowl, mix brown sugar, eggs, yogurt, and vanilla extract. Add half of the apple cider mixture and combine.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fill muffin tins about two-thirds full.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Breakfast/Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin
Calories: 175
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For added flavor intensity, feel free to increase the spice amounts based on your preference. Consider adding chopped nuts or dried fruits for extra texture.