Description
Cozy up with these easy Glazed Gingerbread Muffins, perfect for a delightful breakfast treat or a sweet snack. Topped with a zesty glaze, they are sure to brighten your day.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, spices, and salt in a bowl until well combined.
- Cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the molasses.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix gently until just combined.
- Fill the muffin cups about three-quarters full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled muffins before serving.
Notes
These muffins are freezer-friendly; bake a double batch and store for busy mornings. Experiment with nuts or chocolate chips for added flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg