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Glazed Gingerbread Muffins

Glazed Gingerbread Muffins
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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of glazed gingerbread muffins, a delightful treat perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy snacks. These soft muffins are infused with aromatic fall spices like ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, then topped with a zesty lemon glaze that adds a refreshing twist. Easy to prepare and customizable, they make an irresistible addition to breakfast or afternoon tea. Whether you’re sharing them with loved ones or enjoying them solo, these muffins will quickly become a favorite in your holiday baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup unsulphured or dark molasses
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 2⅔ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1½ tsp baking soda
  • 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground cloves
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup sour cream (or plain yogurt)
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • Powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice for glaze

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F and coat muffin tray with cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine molasses and butter; microwave until melted, then stir and let cool.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, spices, and baking soda.
  4. Stir brown sugar, sour cream, milk, and egg into the molasses mixture until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Fill muffin cups and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  7. Bake for 5 minutes at 425°F; reduce temperature to 350°F and bake for an additional 11–14 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow muffins to cool before glazing them with a mixture of powdered sugar and lemon juice.

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