Description
Indulge in the warmth and festive spirit of our Glazed Gingerbread Muffins, a delightful treat perfect for the holiday season. These tender muffins are infused with aromatic spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, creating a cozy flavor profile that evokes the essence of fall. Topped with a zesty lemon glaze, they offer a beautiful balance of sweetness and tartness. Whether served at family gatherings or enjoyed as an afternoon snack, these muffins are sure to impress everyone with their moist texture and inviting aroma. Easy to make, customizable, and ideal for sharing, Glazed Gingerbread Muffins will quickly become a seasonal favorite in your home.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup unsulfured molasses
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2⅔ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon 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
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice (to taste)
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (to taste)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and prepare a muffin tray with cooking spray.
- Melt molasses and butter in a microwave-safe bowl; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, spices, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine brown sugar, sour cream, milk, and egg into the cooled molasses mixture; stir well.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fill muffin cups to the brim and sprinkle coarse sugar on top if desired.
- Bake for 5 minutes at 425°F; reduce temperature to 350°F without opening the door for an additional 11-14 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool muffins briefly before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Prepare the lemon glaze by mixing powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth; drizzle over cooled muffins.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter. You can substitute whole wheat flour for half of the all-purpose flour for a heartier muffin. Allow muffins to cool completely before glazing for better adherence.